A parent says to a nurse, "My 4-year-old has five cavities." The nurse informs the parent that early-childhood caries is related to which of the following?
1. Strong familial history of dental caries
2. Inadequate preventive care, including brushing the teeth and eating habits
3. Increased intake of iron supplements
4. Fluoride intake in water and in toothpaste
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Rationale:
1. Dental caries is not hereditary.
2. Early-childhood caries are related to inadequate preventive care, which can include diet, brushing, and feeding habits.
3. Iron intake is not related to dental caries.
4. While fluoride intake is needed for strong, healthy teeth, poor dental hygiene is responsible for dental caries.
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