Marasmus is a severe form of malnutrition, usually occurs in children in developing countries, can be life-threatening but can be treated. Preliminary diagnosis of marasmus, as done by the doctor above, is through physical examination. Weight and height of a particular child should be parallel to his/her age. Motion/mobility of the child/patient is also of consideration because those children with marasmus usually have lack energy to move. Blood tests, however, is not definitive because a malnourished child with marasmus wilol usually have many infection, hence, it will all show in his/her blood results. The main symptom of marasmus is being underweight and loss of lot of muscle mass and subcutaneous fats (fat under the skin). It is also accompanied by stunted growth, respiratory infection, chronic diarrhea and intellectual disability. Nutrient deficiency is main cause of marasmus. They are deficient in food rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron, iodine, zinc and Vitamin A. Initial treatment of marasmus is dried skim milk powder mixed with boiled water. Later on, vegetable oil like sesame, casein and sugar can be incorporated to increase energy content and density of the mixture. On his/her way to recovery, a more balanced diet is required. Rehydration through oral hydration is also a priority because of dehydration caused by diarrhea. Infections should also be treated by antibiotics.
Answer: C
Explanation: Because Andrea will reach her goal in a healthy matter not by taking vitamin
In this scenario, it is best to approach the old woman and try to wake her up if she didn't respond, it is best to check for the pulse and if she is breathing. If she's not breathing, it is best to try and perform CPR. But if she's breathing though she is unconscious, it is best to try and call for someone for help but since there is no one around, it is best to try and call in the emergency hot line and try to assess the woman as you wait for the emergency to arrive.
Thymus: immune system; thyroid: growth and development
Thyroid is located in the neck and thymus is inside the chest region. Thyroid is producing a hormone that will control growth and development. That makes thyroid suppressing drug is dangerous to a pregnant mother because it can make slow her child growth. Thymus will be smaller by age so it's mostly found on a child.
Answer:
increase competence, qualifying skills
Explanation:
If they use a participative leadership, employees will elicit higher performance and there will be lower employee turnover.
