Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To examine: Whether the statement “Risks associated with adolescent pregnancy are highest for teens who become pregnant within a few years after onset of menstruation.” is true or false.

Introduction: Adolescent pregnancy refers to pregnancy in a female under the age of 20 years. Menstruation is the regular discharge of blood and mucosal tissue (which contain degenerated ova) through the vagina. It occurs monthly once in fertile females.

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