What is the leading cause of death during the toddler period?
a. Injuries
b. Infectious diseases
c. Childhood diseases
d. Congenital disorders
ANS: A
Injuries are the most common cause of death in children ages 1 through 4 years. It is the highest rate of death from injuries of any childhood age group except adolescence. Congenital disorders are the second leading cause of death in this age group. Infectious and childhood diseases are less common causes of death in this age group.
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