What should a nurse know about American children?
A. Any child under 21 years of age must have parental consent to receive health care.
B. Children with significant disabilities are most appropriately institutionalized to maximize their health and well-being.
C. Almost one in five children lives in poverty, especially if living with a single parent.
D. Since the early 1900s, infection has been the primary cause of death among children.
ANS: C
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