What is the leading cause of unintentional death in children younger than 19 years of age in the United States?
a. Drowning
b. Airway obstruction
c. Pedestrian injury
d. Motor vehicle injuries
D
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A Drowning is the second leading cause of unintentional death for children under
19 years of age.
B Airway obstruction is the third leading cause of unintentional death for children
under 19 years of age.
C Pedestrian injuries are not the leading cause of unintentional death in children. It
is a significant problem, with most injuries occurring in children between 1 and 4
years.
D The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has consistently found
that motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of unintentional death in
children younger than 19 years of age in the United States.
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