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A nurse is caring for children. Which of the following children are at risk for developing lead poisoning? A 3-year-old child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder last month. A 6-year-old child in the 25th percentile for height and weight. A 2-year-old child who has a history of eating dirt. A 4 year-old child whose parents work in the textile industry.

Name: a nurse is caring for children which of the following children are at risk for developing lead poisoning a 3 year old child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder last month a 6 year ol 26172
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Description: a nurse is caring for children which of the following children are at risk for developing lead poisoning a 3 year old child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder last month a 6 year ol 26172

          A nurse is caring for children. Which of the following children are at risk for developing lead poisoning?  A 3-year-old child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder last month. A 6-year-old child in the 25th percentile for height and weight. A 2-year-old child who has a history of eating dirt. A 4 year-old child whose parents work in the textile industry.

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06/24/2023

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Common risk factors include age (children under 6 years are at higher risk), living in older homes with lead-based paint, exposure to contaminated soil, and certain behaviors such as pica (eating non-food items). Show more…

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A nurse is caring for children. Which of the following children are at risk for developing lead poisoning? A 3-year-old child was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder last month. A 6-year-old child in the 25th percentile for height and weight. A 2-year-old child who has a history of eating dirt. A 4 year-old child whose parents work in the textile industry.