Malnutrition forces the body into a state of reductive adaptation to conserve energy and preserve core vital organ functions. Metabolic Changes
"Skin and bones" or an old man's face (monkey face) due to loss of subcutaneous fat.
Distributing Vitamin A capsules, iron supplements, and iodized salt to vulnerable communities.
Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) < 11.5 cm indicates severe acute malnutrition in children aged 6–59 months. Laboratory Findings Decreased serum albumin and prealbumin. Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt
Administer IV or oral dextrose immediately. Keep the child fed every 2 hours.
Prevalent in regions facing food insecurity, political instability, poverty, and natural disasters.
, starting in the dorsum of the feet and progressing to the legs, hands, and face. Psychomotor changes: extreme apathy, lethargy, and misery. Malnutrition forces the body into a state of
Amina's story is just one example of the many children affected by PEM worldwide. By understanding the causes, symptoms, and consequences of PEM, we can work together to prevent and treat this condition. Together, we can ensure that children like Amina have access to nutritious food and a healthy future.
The causes of PEM are multifactorial, spanning biological, socioeconomic, and environmental domains. Primary Causes
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It is a leading cause of child mortality worldwide, directly or indirectly contributing to over half of all child deaths.
Serum Albumin and Prealbumin (indicators of visceral protein status).
Administer oral or IV glucose immediately. Feed the child every 2 hours, day and night.
A medical PPT on PEM often fails due to poor design, not poor content.