Physical Signs Of Malnutrition

Question 1

Hair is dull, brittle, dry & falls out

Answer 1

Protein-energy malnutrition

Question 2

Eyes have dull membranes, spots, redness, adjust slowly to the dark

Answer 2

Inadequate vitamin A & B, zinc & iron.

Question 3

Gums bleed easily & swollen

Answer 3

Inadequate vitamin C

Question 4

Tongue is sore, smooth & swollen

Answer 4

Inadequate vitamin B

Question 5

Nails are spoon-shaped, brittle, ridges & pale

Answer 5

Inadequate iron