The Type of Malnutrition That Is Caused by an Insufficient

question 34

Multiple Choice

The type of malnutrition that is caused by an insufficient amount of protein is called:

• A) anemia
• B) marasmus
• C) kwashiorkor
• D) stunting

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Definitions:

Huntington Disease

A genetic neurodegenerative disorder that leads to motor dysfunction, cognitive decline, and psychiatric symptoms.

Heart Defects

Congenital or acquired abnormalities in the structure of the heart that can disrupt its normal function, leading to various health complications.

Intellectual Impairment

A condition characterized by significant limitations in both intellectual functioning and in adaptive behavior, originating before the age of 18.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21.