What is the primary difference between the rehabilitation of children and the rehabilitation of adults?
a. Level of disability
b. Body part involved
c. Degree of disability
d. Developmental potential
ANS: D
The primary difference between rehabilitation of children and rehabilitation of adults is the developmental potential of the child.
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