Malnutrition and Undernutrition Are Experienced When There Is a Deficiency

Malnutrition and undernutrition are experienced when there is a deficiency of energy (kilocalories) ,protein,or other nutrients,causing measurable and adverse effects on body composition,function,and health.An unintentional weight loss of more than a threshold of __________ in the past six months is often used for diagnosis.

A) 20%
B) 15%
C) 10%
D) 5%