Common Nutritional Problems in Ethiopia for Pharmacy Students
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What is a clinical characteristic of Vitamin A deficiency in children under 2 years of age?

  • Rapid muscle growth
  • Severe weight gain
  • Decreased appetite
  • Low growth (correct)

    • Which intervention for Vitamin A deficiency is NOT suggested by WHO?

  • Promoting breast milk
  • Infection control
  • Use of dietary supplements (correct)
  • Supplementation

    • What is a consequence of Vitamin A deficiency on the eyes?

  • Enhanced color perception
  • Increased visibility in low light conditions
  • Corneal scarring (correct)
  • Improved night vision

    • How does severe deprivation affect individuals with Vitamin A deficiency?

    <p>Leads to rapid weight loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is recommended for the prevention and control of Vitamin A deficiency according to WHO?

    <p>Implementing food fortification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the main nutritional problems of public health importance in Ethiopia include?

    <p>Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes malnutrition?

    <p>Deficiencies or excesses in nutrient intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of undernutrition manifests as inadequate height for age?

    <p>Stunting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the double burden of malnutrition consist of?

    <p>Both undernutrition and overnutrition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an essential part in understanding and managing common nutritional problems in Ethiopia?

    <p>Knowing the criteria for referral of PEM cases to the nearest health facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what form does undernutrition manifest as low weight for age?

    <p>Underweight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the broad definition of protein-energy malnutrition?

    <p>A condition arising from inadequate energy, protein, and micronutrient supply to cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is most at risk for protein-energy malnutrition?

    <p>Immuno-compromised patients, the elderly, homeless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two most common forms of protein-energy malnutrition?

    <p>Marasmus and kwashiorkor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Marasmus?

    <p>Impairs brain development and learning ability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which population does Marasmus most commonly occur?

    <p>Children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of Marasmus on the body?

    <p>Weakening of muscles and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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