Which of the following symptoms are present in a child with kwashiorkor?
A) Edema
B) Low levels of ADH
C) Muscle wasting
D) Baggy-appearing skin
E) "Match stick" arms and legs

Name: Which of the following symptoms are present in a child with kwashiorkor? A) Edema B) Low levels of ADH C) Muscle wasting D) Baggy-appearing skin E) "Match stick" arms and legs
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Which of the following symptoms are present in a child with kwashiorkor? 
A) Edema 
B) Low levels of ADH 
C) Muscle wasting 
D) Baggy-appearing skin 
E) "Match stick" arms and legs

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Kwashiorkor is characterized by edema due to protein deficiency, which leads to fluid retention.

Which of the Following Symptoms Are Present in a Child