Take the Childhood Health Quiz
Test your knowledge of childhood health.
2. Which of these is the first vaccine that can be given to a newborn infant?
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This vaccine usually is given to the infant in the hospital. Other vaccines begin between six and eight weeks after birth.
4. How many calories does a school-age child need each day?
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Calorie needs range from 1,650 to 3,000, depending on the age, gender, and activity level of the child. Aim for a diet that's low in fat and high in complex carbohydrates and fiber.
8. Which of these is the leading cause death among adolescents?
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Unintentional injuries account for nearly 50 percent of teen deaths. Teenagers are at greater risk of because of gang activity, motor-vehicle accidents,
substance abuse, and access to firearms. Homicide and suicide are the second and third leading causes, accounting for 14.1 and 12.4 percent of all teen deaths.
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