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Basal metabolic rate (BMR) refers to the calories an individual burns during physical activity.

Schools should not accept responsibility for administering any medication to young children.

The term “latchkey” refers to children who are from broken homes.

Eating more fruit is an effective way to eliminate sugar from your diet.

A 2-year-old’s vocabulary should consist of about 50 to 300 words.

A child who is not breathing should be placed on his or her side to prevent choking.

Carbohydrates should satisfy the majority of an adult’s and child’s energy needs.

Every part of your body that you can touch, feel, or see contains protein and some minerals.

Washing hands with soap and water is the preferred method to use in schools and early childhood settings. 

Exposure to second-hand smoke increases a child’s risk for developing ear infections.