Types of Malnutrition

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Who are especially at risk of malnutrition and may require closer attention?

People with a well-balanced diet
Elderly and children who cannot advocate for themselves (correct)
Adults with a stable income
Those with access to medicine

What is a leading cause of malnutrition in both the developed and developing world?

Insufficient support for the disadvantaged
Poor worldwide education
Lack of access to clean water
Poverty and lack of understanding of nutrition (correct)

What is the best way to prevent malnutrition?

Drinking clean water
Taking micronutrient supplements
Avoiding insulin resistance
Eating a variety of nutritious whole foods (correct)

What can help determine if you need micronutrient supplements?

Taking a blood test (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a secondary effect of long-term overnutrition?

Insulin resistance and carotid artery disease (D) Signup and view all the answers

What can occur even after rehabilitation from severe undernutrition?

Some effects may not be reversible (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of vitamin A deficiency?

Vision problems (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary meaning of malnutrition?

An imbalance or deficiency of nutrients (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of anemia in individuals with overnutrition?

Weakness, faintness and fatigue (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of kwashiorkor?

Thin arms and legs with edema in the belly and face (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of undernutrition?

Visible wasting of fat and muscle (B) Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe a deficiency of macronutrients, such as proteins, carbohydrates, and fats?

Macronutrient undernutrition (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a complication of overnutrition?

Heart disease (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of insufficient calorie and macronutrient consumption?

Protein-energy malnutrition (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a symptom of undernutrition in children?

Stunted growth and intellectual development (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is poor nutrition a constraint to recovery and development?

Because it perpetuates poverty (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of malnutrition in general?

Weakness, faintness and fatigue (C) Signup and view all the answers

What can be a result of undernutrition, even if a person appears overweight?

Undernutrition (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of stunting in crisis situations?

Increased demands on medical, public health, and food assistance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of energy overnutrition?

Consuming too much energy than a person needs every day (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible outcome of overnutrition?

Weight gain over time (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the estimated number of children suffering from acute malnutrition?

55 million (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a cause of overnutrition?

Consuming too much energy than a person needs every day (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequences of increased levels of acute malnutrition in a population?

Increased illness and death (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is associated with overnutrition?

Eating habit while watching television (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of stunting in children?

Chronic illness and nutrient deficiencies (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Marasmus?

Severe weight loss leaving skin and bones alone (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of micronutrient undernutrition in people with energy overnutrition?

Impaired physical and mental development (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of chronic malnutrition on a child's growth?

Growth faltering and weight loss (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of repeated episodes of acute infections or acute malnutrition?

Stunting (C) Signup and view all the answers