Growth and Development - patterns of growth Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 3 aspects of growing?
A
- acceleration
- velocity
- distance
2
Q
Define tempo
A
some children are throughout their childhood further along the road to maturity than others
3
Q
What is BMI measured in?
A
kg/m2
4
Q
How do you measure the size in utero?
A
ultrasound
5
Q
What is the largest effect on birth weight?
A
uterine capacity
