Nutritional Disorders Dr. Nagwan Rashwan Quiz
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Which of the following is essential in the follow-up of nutritional status?

  • Mid arm circumference (correct)
  • Muscle tone
  • Head circumference
  • Skin turgor

    • What is the MOST profound consequence of undernutrition?

  • Stunting
  • Cell damage
  • Repeated infections
  • Premature death (correct)

    • What is the recommended transition time from stabilization to rehabilitation phase in the treatment of malnutrition?

  • 3 days
  • 5 days
  • 7 days (correct)
  • 1 day

    • During treatment of malnutrition, what signals the entry to the rehabilitation phase?

    <p>Disappearance of signs of micronutrient deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diseases are associated with undernutrition?

    <p>Kwashiorkor and vitamin deficiencies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is common in children with kwashiorkor?

    <p>General appearance of fat with a doll-like facies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main cause of kwashiorkor?

    <p>Maternal ignorance and poverty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biochemical test result is common in protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)?

    <p>Reduced albumin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a weight for height (wt for height) less than -3 SD indicate according to WHO classification?

    <p>Extreme thinness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of marasmus?

    <p>Growth failure in post-weaning period</p> Signup and view all the answers

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