What is an example of nutrient imbalance? A. Eating too much protein while lacking essential vitamins B. Only eating fruits and vegetables C. Drinking excessive amounts of water D. Avoiding carbohydrates completely
A. Eating too much protein while lacking essential vitamins
What is an indirect cause of malnutrition? A. Economic factors like poverty B. Excess water intake C. Eating only plant-based food D. Taking too many vitamin supplements
A. Economic factors like poverty
Which of the following is a type of malnutrition? A. Acute Malnutrition B. Chronic Malnutrition C. Secondary Malnutrition D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What is the BMI cutoff for Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED)? A. BMI < 18.5 B. BMI < 17.0 C. BMI < 20.0 D. BMI < 25.0
B. BMI < 17.0
What are common problems associated with overnutrition? A. Obesity and coronary artery disease B. Marasmus and kwashiorkor C. Vitamin deficiencies D. Malabsorption disorders
A. Obesity and coronary artery disease
Which is a characteristic of wasting? A. Child’s weight is lower than expected for their height B. Child’s height is lower than expected for their age C. Child is overweight but lacks vitamins D. Child has an excess intake of protein
A. The child’s weight is lower than expected for their height
Which of the following best describes underweight? A. Weight is less than expected for age B. Height is less than expected for age C. Weight is less than expected for height D. Excessive weight gain over time
A. Weight is less than expected for age
What does Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) refer to? A. Weight-for-height between 70%-80% of the median B. BMI greater than 25 C. Excess intake of calories D. Low blood pressure due to nutrient loss
A. Weight-for-height between 70%-80% of the median
What is Global Acute Malnutrition? A. It includes both moderate and severe malnutrition B. Condition where the child only lacks vitamins C. Form of malnutrition found only in adults D. Uncommon condition affecting less than 1% of children
A. It includes both moderate and severe malnutrition
What is an example of specific deficiency malnutrition? A. Vitamin A Deficiency B. Excess fat intake C. Overeating processed foods D. High carbohydrate consumption
A. Vitamin A Deficiency
Which factor does NOT contribute to overnutrition? A. Excess calorie intake B. Sedentary lifestyle C. Starvation D. High-fat diets
C. Starvation
What is the primary cause of stunting? A. Sudden food deprivation B. Long-term undernutrition and frequent illnesses C. Overeating during childhood D. Lack of physical activity
B. Long-term undernutrition and frequent illnesses
What is a direct cause of malnutrition? A. Political instability B. Poor biological utilization of food C. Lack of healthcare services D. Changing weather patterns
B. Poor biological utilization of food
Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) is diagnosed when weight-for-height is: A. Greater than 80% B. Between 70%-80% C. Less than 70% D. Exactly 75%
C. Less than 70%
Kwashiorkor is characterized by which of the following? A. Severe weight loss and no edema B. Swelling (edema) and protein deficiency C. High BMI and excessive fat intake D. High energy intake but low vitamin levels
B. Swelling (edema) and protein deficiency
Which factor contributes to undernutrition in early childhood? A. Poor resistance to infections B. Excess fat consumption C. Too much physical activity D. Lack of sleep
A. Poor resistance to infections
What is the double burden of malnutrition? A. Having both undernutrition and overnutrition in the same population B. Only experiencing vitamin deficiencies C. Being overweight but having a strong immune system D. None of the above
A. Having both undernutrition and overnutrition in the same population
Which of the following is NOT a form of malnutrition? A. Undernutrition B. Specific Deficiency C. Overnutrition D. Hydration Disorder
D. Hydration Disorder
What is the main cause of marasmus? A. Deficiency in carbohydrates only B. Severe deficiency in calories, proteins, and fats C. Excessive intake of vitamins D. Overconsumption of processed food
B. Severe deficiency in calories, proteins, and fats
What is primary malnutrition caused by? A. Poor digestion B. Inadequate food intake C. Genetic disorders D. Poor water intake
B. Inadequate food intake
Secondary malnutrition is caused by: A. Excess protein consumption B. Factors other than food, like illness or poor absorption C. Overeating and a lack of exercise D. Genetic mutations
B. Factors other than food, like illness or poor absorption
Why is investing in nutrition important? A. It improves overall health and productivity B. It helps build stronger muscles only C. It prevents people from eating fast food D. It reduces crime rates
A. It improves overall health and productivity
Vitamin A toxicity can cause: A. Blindness and weakened immunity B. Visual changes, bone pain, and liver damage C. Kwashiorkor and marasmus D. Increased muscle mass and strength
B. Visual changes, bone pain, and liver damage
What is a primary cause of malnutrition in the Philippines? A. Increased sugar consumption B. Inadequate and unbalanced food intake C. Overhydration D. High protein consumption
B. Inadequate and unbalanced food intake
What is the main cause of malnutrition? A. Lack of sleep B. Imbalance of nutrients C. Excessive exercise D. Drinking too much water
B. Imbalance of nutrients
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