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Malaria Disease and Nutrition

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Which of the following food items is recommended for a malarial patient?

Eggs

Fish stew (correct)

Beef soup

Pork chops

What happens to the body's metabolic rate during a fever?

It is uncertain

It decreases

It remains the same

It increases (correct)

How do the parasites that cause malaria spread from one human to another?

Through the bites of infected female Anopheline mosquitoes (correct)

Through airborne transmission

Through direct contact with an infected person

Through contaminated food and water

What is the primary goal of a good diet for a malarial patient?

To strengthen the patient's immune system Signup and view all the answers

Why is it challenging to meet calorie intake requirements during a fever?

Because there is a decrease in appetite and tolerance Signup and view all the answers

How often should a malarial patient be encouraged to eat?

Frequently in small quantities Signup and view all the answers

What type of diet is recommended for malaria patients to aid in protein utilization?

High protein with high carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily fluid intake for malaria patients?

3 to 3.5 liters Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of consuming dairy fats like butter and cream in malaria patients?

To aid in digestion Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to avoid high fibre foods in malaria patients?

They lead to impaired digestion Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for consuming foods that provide instant energy in malaria patients?

To compensate for tissue loss Signup and view all the answers