The nursing student is preparing a teaching project for parents of school-aged children.Which statement correctly identifies health risks in this age group?
A) "School-aged children are more likely to suffer from unintentional injury."
B) "The risk for infection is not a major concern of this age group as immunity develops."
C) "Mental retardation, learning disorders, and malnutrition are prevalent across all socioeconomic categories."
D) "Poor nutrition and lack of immunizations continue to be health concerns for children of the poor."

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Infant mortality,dental problems,poor nutrition,and lack of immunizations continue to be major health concerns for uninsured or impoverished families.Accidents and injuries are major health problems affecting school-aged children.They now have more exposure to various environments and less supervision,but their developed cognitive and motor skills make them less likely to suffer from unintentional injury.Infections account for most childhood illnesses.Mental retardation,learning disorders,and malnutrition are far more prevalent among children living in poverty.

The Nursing Student Is Preparing a Teaching Project for Parents