HD 1004 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Childhood Obesity, Rhinorrhea, Child Abuse
11 Sep 2016
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The exam will consist of 10 true/false questions, 25 multiple choice, and 6 short answer questions. Any content or definition that is not included explicitly here can be found in the slides and/or in the textbook. If you can"t find such a definition or concept, e mail me (shivercm@vt. edu). We will review in class on wednesday (11/11). Brain growth in preschool rates and specialization. By the age of 5, a child"s brain weighs ~ 90% of its adult weight. Lateralization right and left hemispheres develop different strengths & processes. Corpus callosum a broad band of nerve fibers joining the two hemispheres of the brain. Obesity rates trends over the past decade. The overall prevalence of obesity in children has remained stable ~17% Common injuries & illness in preschool & middle childhood. Children have 7 10 minor illnesses a year and this can build immunity and help them.
