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Which of the following is true about a child with severe acute malnutrition?

A
His height for age should be < -3 z score
B
His weight for age should be < -3 z score
C
His weight for height should be < -3 z score
D
His mid arm circumference should be < 13.5 cm
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 Criteria for discharge of a child with severe acute malnutrition from hospital include: Child should have lost edema & staed gaining weight All infections & micro nutrient deficiencies should have been taken care of Child's appetite should have improved & he should be accepting well orally Mother should be confident of taking care of child at home

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