10 Questions
What are the two broad groups of conditions covered by the term malnutrition?
Undernutrition and overnutrition
Which of the following is a symptom of malnutrition in children?
Faltering growth
What is a common risk factor for malnutrition?
Eating disorders
What kind of treatment is often needed for malnutrition in children?
Hospital treatment
Which nutrients need to be gradually increased in most children with malnutrition?
Protein, carbohydrates, water, minerals and vitamins
Which condition is characterized by severe protein and calorie deficiency in children resulting in loss of fat and muscle mass?
Marasmus
What is the main symptom of Kwashiorkor, a protein deficiency disease?
Edema
Which specific nutrient deficiency leads to enlarged thyroid glands (goiters) and decreased production of thyroid hormone?
Iodine deficiency
What condition affects bone development in children, causing bone pain, poor growth, and soft, weak bones that can lead to deformities?
Rickets
Which nutrient deficiency can lead to anemia, debility, spontaneous bleeding, pain in the limbs and legs, swelling, and ulceration of the gums with loss of teeth?
Vitamin C deficiency
Study Notes
Malnutrition
- Malnutrition encompasses two broad groups of conditions: undernutrition and overnutrition.
Symptoms of Malnutrition in Children
- Symptom of malnutrition in children: loss of fat and muscle mass.
Risk Factors for Malnutrition
- Common risk factor for malnutrition: undernutrition.
Treatment for Malnutrition in Children
- Treatment often needed for malnutrition in children: gradual increase in nutrient intake.
Nutrient Replenishment
- Nutrients that need to be gradually increased in most children with malnutrition: protein and calories.
Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM)
- Characterized by severe protein and calorie deficiency in children, resulting in loss of fat and muscle mass.
- There are two main forms of PEM: Kwashiorkor and Marasmus.
Kwashiorkor
- Main symptom of Kwashiorkor: edema (swelling) and fluid retention.
Iodine Deficiency
- Specific nutrient deficiency leading to enlarged thyroid glands (goiters) and decreased production of thyroid hormone: iodine deficiency.
Rickets
- Condition affecting bone development in children, causing: bone pain, poor growth, and soft, weak bones that can lead to deformities.
- Caused by a deficiency of vitamin D and/or calcium.
Vitamin C Deficiency
- Nutrient deficiency that can lead to: anemia, debility, spontaneous bleeding, pain in the limbs and legs, swelling, and ulceration of the gums with loss of teeth.
Test your knowledge about malnutrition, which encompasses deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in the intake of energy and nutrients. The quiz covers undernutrition (inadequate nutrient intake) and overnutrition (excessive nutrient intake), along with associated symptoms in children.
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