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Pediatrics Malnutrition 12aec18a

In a 3 year old baby, all of the following can be used as a criteria for diagnosis of Severe acute malnutrition EXCEPT?

A
Weight/height < -3 Z score, using the WHO Growth chas
B
Presence of bipedal edema of nutritional origin
C
Mid- upper arm circumference (MUAC) < 115 mm
D
Presence of flaky paint dermatosis
High-Yield Explanation
Diagnostic criteria for severe acute malnutrition in children between 6 months to 5 year age include: 1. Weight/height or Weight/length < -3 Z score, using the WHO Growth Standards 2. Presence of bipedal edema of nutritional origin 3. Mid- upper arm circumference (MUAC) < 115 mm

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