An indication of the average age at which a child will reach different developmental milestones is known as
a. developmental norms
b. process of maturation
c. percentiles
d. proximodistal trend

In multiple sclerosis, the immune system destroys the substance that coats and protects nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord. this causes inflammation and injury to the nerves, and the axons don't conduct impulses as well.

A5-year-old boy suddenly begins coughing while eating peanuts. he is choking and gagging. when he is brought to the ed, but he is awake and is able to give his name. on physical examination, his vital signs are stable. on examination of the chest, inspiratory stridor and intercostal and suprasternal retractions are apparent. which of the following is the most appropriate initial step in management? - allow patient to clear foreign object by spontaneous coughing- clear oropharynx with multiple blind sweeps with finger- position patient and perform back blows- stand behind patient and perform abdominal thrusts- perform emergency tracheostomy and take to surgery

Which food preservation method can people use at home? a. fermentation b. irradiation c. pasteurization d. thermal processing