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Marasmus is a form of protein malnutrition that occurs mainly in low-income countries.
Marasmus is a form of protein malnutrition that occurs mainly in low-income countries.
True (A)
Kwashiorkor is a form of protein malnutrition that primarily affects adults with severe illness.
Kwashiorkor is a form of protein malnutrition that primarily affects adults with severe illness.
False (B)
Marasmus is characterized by a prolonged reduction in food intake, leading to loss of muscle mass and adipose tissue.
Marasmus is characterized by a prolonged reduction in food intake, leading to loss of muscle mass and adipose tissue.
True (A)
Kwashiorkor is associated with visceral protein loss and may result in edema.
Kwashiorkor is associated with visceral protein loss and may result in edema.
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia worldwide.
Iron deficiency is the most common cause of anemia worldwide.
Anemia of chronic disease is more prevalent in the hospital setting.
Anemia of chronic disease is more prevalent in the hospital setting.
Hgb rarely drops below 8 mg/dl in ACD.
Hgb rarely drops below 8 mg/dl in ACD.