Kwashiorkor is a type of malnutrition usually caused by
a. intake of incomplete protein sources.
b. excessive intakes of protein and fluid.
c. inadequate intakes of protein and energy.
d. inadequate protein intake with adequate energy intake.
D
Kwashiorkor is usually caused by inadequate protein intake with adequate energy intake. Intake of incomplete protein sources could contribute to inadequate protein intake, but does not address the adequate energy intake found in kwashiorkor. Excessive intakes of protein and fluid would not cause malnutrition. Inadequate intakes of protein and energy cause marasmus.
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