The children of a remote village suffer from severe protein deficiency. Their fat and muscle tissue have depleted, and their skin hangs in loose folds. They look extremely weak, and their bones are clearly visible beneath their skin. However, these inhabitants do not suffer from swelling of their extremities. In this scenario, the children most likely suffer from _____
A) kwashiorkor
B) marasmus
C) edema
D) ascites
B
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a. immunizations against infectious diseases b. fatty foods c. interactions between malnutrition and infection d. large meals e. dehydration
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a) dehydration b) a large tumor c) drug therapy d) hypotension e) fluid retention
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