Which of the Following Is a Protein Deficiency That Primarily

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a protein deficiency that primarily affects toddlers in developing nations and leads to a range of symptoms such as lethargy,irritability,and thinning of hair?

• A) kwashiorkor
• B) micronutrients
• C) eczema
• D) tuberculosis

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Definitions:

Atrophic White Scars

Thin, white, and typically less elastic areas of skin that have undergone atrophy, indicating healed wounds or lesions.

Papule

A small, raised, solid pimple or swelling on the skin, often forming part of an acne outbreak.

Circumscribed

Described as being confined or limited to a specific area, often used in medical contexts to describe the boundaries of tumors or lesions.

Palpable

Something that can be felt or touched, often used to describe a physical examination finding.