Asked by Sofia Lewis on Jun 19, 2024
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The school nurse talking with a high school class about the difference between growth and development would best describe growth as
A) processes by which early cells specialize.
B) psychosocial and cognitive changes.
C) qualitative changes associated with aging.
D) quantitative changes in size or weight.
Quantitative Changes
Modifications that can be measured and expressed in numerical terms, often used in reference to growth, development, or alterations in entities.
Growth
The process of increasing in physical size, or the development and progress in personal abilities, knowledge, and skills.
Development
The process of growth or progression through a series of changes, often leading to an improved or more complex form.
- Differentiate between growth and development in pediatric populations.
Verified Answer
NW
Niteria WalkerJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Growth is a quantitative change in which an increase in cell number and size results in an increase in overall size or weight of the body or any of its parts. The processes by which early cells specialize are referred to as differentiation. Psychosocial and cognitive changes are referred to as development. Qualitative changes associated with aging are referred to as maturation.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate between growth and development in pediatric populations.