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jman1234

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The word marasmus means
 
  a. terribly thin.
  b. without muscle.
  c. dying away.
  d. empty stomach.
  e. lacking food.

Question 2

What term describes the malnutrition syndrome a child develops when the next child is born and the first child no longer receives breast milk?
 
  a. Marasmus
  b. Kwashiorkor
  c. Psychomalnutrition
  d. Postbirth malnutrition
  e. Sibling-associated anorexia



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B





 

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