Quiz on Protein Energy Malnutrition

Which symptom is most characteristic of kwashiorkor?

• Severe wasting of muscles

• Presence of oedema

• Lack of appetite

• Fat accumulation

Why are micronutrients important in the management of protein-energy malnutrition?

• They support immune function

• They provide bulk energy

• They help reduce water retention

• They prevent dehydration

What is the purpose of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) in malnutrition treatment?

• Supplementation in micronutrient deficiencies

• To replace intravenous fluids

• To provide a high-energy, nutrient-dense food for children

• To replace vaccines in malnourished populations

Which nutrient is primarily responsible for tissue repair and growth in the human body?

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Proteins

• Vitamins

Marasmus is a condition of ______________________________.

• a form of PEM characterized by edema and fatty liver

• protein deficiency with adequate energy intake

• overnutrition from excessive intake of macronutrients

• severe wasting due to prolonged deficiency of both protein and calories