Analysis of growth and development of children under six in Gulang County
Objective To investigate the growth and nutritional status of children aged 0~6 years in Gulang County, and to provide scientific basis for the promotion of growth and development.Methods A total of 300 children under 6 were collected using a stratified cluster sampling method.The height and weight of the subjects were determined according to the reference weight and height evaluation standard formulated by World Health Organization.The hemoglobin concentration was detected with cyanide high iron method.Results The total retardation rate of height was 15%, 16.19% in boys and 13.39% in girls.The total retardation rate of weight was 633%, 2.89% in boys and 11.02% in girls.The total incidence of anemia was 4.0%, 3.47% in boys and 4.72% in girls.Conclusion The developmental retardation rate of children under 6 in Gulang County was higher than children in developed cities.Effective measures should be taken to improve the nutritional status and promote the growth and development of children.
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