A nursing instructor asks a nursing student what the leading causes of death for pediatric-age patients are. Which of the following statements demonstrates that the student is aware of the leading causes of death for pediatric patients?
1. "Disease and terminal cancer are the leading causes of death for pediatrics.".
2. "Abuse and SIDS are the leading causes of death for pediatrics.".
3. "Accidents or unintentional injuries are the leading causes of death for pediatrics.".
4. "Accidents and congenital defects are the leading causes of death for pediatrics.".
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1. Disease and terminal illness are not the leading causes of death in pediatric patients.
2. Abuse and SIDS are not the leading causes of death for pediatric patients.
3. Accidents or unintentional injuries are the leading causes of death for pediatric patients.
4. Congenital defects are not a leading cause of death for pediatric patients.
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