Principles of Growth Flashcards
1
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What is growth ?
A
Can be referred to as physiological change. It describes an increase in length as height, weight and dimensions.
2
Q
What are the principles of growth?
A
Growth rates are not consistent, different partd of the body grow at different rates, growth rates vary between children and the growth rate of boys is usually faster in average than that of girls, as men tend to be taller
3
Q
What can growth be a indicator for?
A
Health and wellbeing of children
4
Q
What do growth charts show?
A
They give the length or height, weight and head dimensions expected at a particular age.
5
Q
True or False? Children’s growth should not be compared with norms to show health and wellbeing.
A
False
6
Q
Are growth charts different for boys and girls?
A
Yes
