Deck 4: Malnutrition Related to Undernutrition

Question 1

What is the definition of illness related malnutrition?

Answer 1

Malnutrition from disease or injury due to an imbalance between nutrient requirement and intake, resulting in a cumulative deficit of energy, protein and/or micronutrients that negatively affect growth and development and other outcomes.

Question 2

What is the definition of non-illness related malnutrition?

Answer 2

Inadequate nutrient intake due to environmental or behavioral factors which may negatively affect growth, development, and/or other outcomes.

Question 3

List the single data point recommended indicators for malnutrition.

Answer 3

Weight for length z score / BMI for age z score, mid-upper arm circumference, height for age z score.

Question 4

List the multiple data points recommended indicators for malnutrition.

Question 5

Identify the statement that is NOT correct.

A) Z scores outside of +2 and - 2 are more likely to be normal.
B) Z scores allow for the statement of a precise and discrete number.
C) The z score scale is linear.
D) The use of z scores allows for the determination of a precise score for children who might fall above the 97^th percentile or below the 3^rd percentile on a standard growth chart.

Question 6

How does malnutrition effect outcomes for children?

Question 7

Acute malnutrition is of 3 months duration or greater.

Question 8

Weight gain velocity is plotted on growth charts that are based on standards that include 2 months, 4 months and 6 months of age intervals.

Question 9

Nutrient intake percentage of estimated need (predictive equations vs measured). Mild malnutrition can be diagnosed by a nutrient intake of that is 51-75% of estimated energy-protein need.

Question 10

Monitoring and evaluation of a patient with malnutrition should include:

A) Height gain velocity
B) Fluid intake and out put
C) Daily weights
D) Recorded blood glucose