Which of the following diseases is/are associated with protein-energy malnutrition (PEM)? 1. Asthma 2. Emphysema 3. Cancer
a. 1 only
b. 1 and 2 only
c. 2 and 3 only
d. 3 only
ANS: C
This type of PEM usually manifests itself as a gradual wasting process, as seen in chronic diseas-es such as cancer and emphysema. The primary clinical sign is progressive weight loss.
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