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Q. Which of these accurately describes the difference between marasmus and kwashiorkor?
a
In marasmus, edema will often mask the degree of muscle wasting, whereas, in kwashiorkor there is no edema.
b
In kwashiorkor, excess plasma oncotic pressure promotes such signs as protuberant belly and edematous feet.
c
In kwashiorkor, severe protein depletion generates secondary edematous changes that mask signs of wasting; these secondary changes are not found in marasmus.
d
Patients with marasmus have alopecia, shiny skin, protuberant belly, edematous feet; patients with kwashiorkor appear emaciated, only.
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