Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
From what age should infants begin to be weaned onto solid foods?
A
6 months
2
Q
When should weaning onto cow’s milk occur?
A
12 months
3
Q
What sweet food should be avoided until after 12 months?
A
Honey
4
Q
What is marasmus?
A
Obvious weight loss with gross reduction in muscle mass esp. from limb girdles. Apparent absence of sc fat
5
Q
What is kwashiorkor?
A
Generalised oedema in addition to severe wasting. Swollen abdomen, hepatomegaly. Pitting oedema.
6
Q
What is the management of Rickets?
A
Increase dietary calcium and vitamin D intake.
Daily administration of vit D3 (cholecalciferol)
