William's family is wealthy, and he was always well fed and cared for.At age 3, William was shipwrecked with his parents.During the weeks before they were rescued, William and his parents had very little to eat or drink.What will be the most likely outcome for William's health due to this experience?

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Given William's previously good health and nutrition, it's likely that once rescued and provided with adequate nutrition again, he will experience catch-up growth. This is a phenomenon where children who have suffered from temporary malnutrition recover rapidly once their diet improves, allowing them to catch up to the normal growth trajectory for their age.

William's Family Is Wealthy, and He Was Always Well Fed