Growth And Delopment Flashcards
1
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What is growth?
A
Increase in some measurable quantity such as height or weight
2
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What is development?
A
Complex changes including an increase in skills, abilities and capabilities
3
Q
What is a Centile graph?
A
A graph used to show average measurements of height, weight and head circumference
4
Q
What is a milestone?
A
An ability archived by most children by a certain age. It can involve physical, social, emotional, intellectual and communication skills
