Which is the leading cause of death during the toddler period?

a. Injuries
b. Infectious diseases
c. Congenital disorders
d. Childhood diseases


ANS: A
Injuries are the single most common cause of death in children ages 1 through 4 years. This represents the highest rate of death from injuries of any childhood age group except adolescence. Infectious diseases and childhood diseases are less common causes of deaths in this age group. Congenital disorders are the second leading cause of death in this age group.

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