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Which of the following is essential in the follow-up of nutritional status?
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?
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?
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?
During treatment of malnutrition, what signals the entry to the rehabilitation phase?
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Which diseases are associated with undernutrition?
Which diseases are associated with undernutrition?
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Which characteristic is common in children with kwashiorkor?
Which characteristic is common in children with kwashiorkor?
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What is the main cause of kwashiorkor?
What is the main cause of kwashiorkor?
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Which biochemical test result is common in protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)?
Which biochemical test result is common in protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)?
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What does a weight for height (wt for height) less than -3 SD indicate according to WHO classification?
What does a weight for height (wt for height) less than -3 SD indicate according to WHO classification?
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What is the main feature of marasmus?
What is the main feature of marasmus?
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