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Which organization establishes the growth charts that are used in our nation?
  1. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  2. The National Board of Health (NBH).
  3. The World Health Organization (WHO).
  4. The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).
Explanation
Answer: D - The National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) establishes growth charts that are used in the United States. These charts are used to assess the growth and development of infants and children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention establish infection control procedures. The World Health Organization focuses on health and health promotion through the globe and there is no National Board of Health, though the U.S. does have a Department of Health and Human Services.
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