10 Questions
SAM can lead to electrolyte derangement
True
The WHO 10 STEPS provide guidelines for the treatment of children with SAM
True
The rehabilitation phase of SAM treatment involves intensive feeding and emotional isolation
False
The rectal temperature for diagnosing hypothermia is often above 37°C
False
SAM evaluation includes investigations like chest radiograph and 2D ECHO
True
Stabilization phase of SAM treatment lasts for 2-6 weeks
False
Hypoglycaemia is not a common cause of death for children with severe acute malnutrition (SAM)
False
Tuberculin skin test (Mantoux) is not included in the investigations for SAM evaluation
False
The follow-up phase of SAM treatment lasts from 1 week to 6 months
False
All children with SAM should be managed at home without the need for admission to a health facility
False
Test your knowledge about Kwashiorkor, a form of severe acute malnutrition, characterized by a deficiency in dietary protein. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and impact of this condition.
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