Which of the Following Is True of Malnutrition in Children

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of malnutrition in children?

• A)Children with kwashiorkor typically have edema.
• B)Children with marasmus often have fatty livers.
• C)Kwashiorkor results mainly from energy inadequacy.
• D)Marasmus results mainly from protein inadequacy.
• E)Children with marasmus often have changes in the color of their hair and skin.

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