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ts19998

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Which of the following best describes protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)?
 
  A. Caloric intake is inadequate.
  B. Both calorie and protein intake are inadequate.
  C. Protein intake is inadequate.
  D. Carbohydrate intake is inadequate.

Question 2

PEM is most frequently seen in
 
  A. adults.
  B. elderly people.
  C. infants and children.
  D. teenagers.


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sultana.d

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C


ts19998

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
:D TYSM

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