Question 35
MediumOriginal questionMarasmus, in which a child is extremely thin and wasted, results from a long-term lack of
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CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Marasmus is severe undernutrition: the diet lacks both energy and protein over months.
The body uses up its own fat and muscle, leaving the child thin and weak.
- Concept
- Marasmus
- Typical timeTypical
- 60 s
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