The nurse working in the emergency room monitors the admission of children. Statistically, for which one of the following disorders would children younger than 5 years most commonly be admitted?
A) Mental health problems
B) Injuries
C) Respiratory disorders
D) Gastrointestinal disorders
C
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According to Child Health USA 2008–2009, diseases of the respiratory system account for the majority of hospitalizations in children younger than 5 years of age, while diseases of the respiratory system, mental health problems, injuries, and gastrointestinal disorders lead to more hospitalizations in older children.
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