10 Questions
Which of the following is essential in the follow-up of nutritional status?
Mid arm circumference
What is the MOST profound consequence of undernutrition?
Premature death
What is the recommended transition time from stabilization to rehabilitation phase in the treatment of malnutrition?
7 days
During treatment of malnutrition, what signals the entry to the rehabilitation phase?
Disappearance of signs of micronutrient deficiency
Which diseases are associated with undernutrition?
Kwashiorkor and vitamin deficiencies
Which characteristic is common in children with kwashiorkor?
General appearance of fat with a doll-like facies
What is the main cause of kwashiorkor?
Maternal ignorance and poverty
Which biochemical test result is common in protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)?
Reduced albumin
What does a weight for height (wt for height) less than -3 SD indicate according to WHO classification?
Extreme thinness
What is the main feature of marasmus?
Growth failure in post-weaning period
Test your knowledge about nutritional disorders with this quiz by Dr. Nagwan Rashwan. Questions cover defining malnutrition, identifying causes, explaining clinical picture, listing complications, ordering investigations, and explaining prevention and management.
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