In Children with Kwashiorkor,loss of Hair Color Is Related to ________

question 23

Multiple Choice

In children with kwashiorkor,loss of hair color is related to ________.

• A) insufficient tyrosine to make melanin 
• B) lack of fat under the skin 
• C) excessive exposure to the sun's UV rays 
• D) being nursed by a poorly-nourished mother 
• E) impaired brain development

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Definitions:

Adulthood

The period in the human lifespan when an individual is considered legally and developmentally mature, typically characterized by completion of growth and the assumption of adult roles.

Stressful Events

Incidents or situations that cause significant anxiety, distress, or pressure, potentially leading to physical or psychological effects.

Neuroleptics

A class of medication primarily used to manage psychosis, particularly in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, also known as antipsychotics.

Side Effects

Unintended and usually adverse effects that occur alongside the desired effects of a medication or treatment.