Validation of a Pediatric Cognitive Assessment Tool to Advance Knowledge on Children's Cognitive Development, Health Risk Factors, and Health-promoting Interventions in Sub-Saharan Regions.

Study findings support the reliability, validity, and utility of CAT-PCR measures in evaluating the effect of health-related risks on the child's cognitive functioning and development. Further research should address the validity of CAT-PCR in response prediction, monitoring, and evaluation of health-promoting interventions.