Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt Verified [Proven | MANUAL]
Here’s a structured guide to create a “Protein-Energy Malnutrition (PEM)” PowerPoint presentation, including slide-by-slide content, design tips, and key points to cover.
Hair: Brittle, thinning, or "flag sign" (bands of different colors). Liver: Often enlarged and fatty (hepatomegaly). Marasmus (The "Wasting" Disease) Extreme Wasting: Loss of muscle mass and subcutaneous fat. Old Man Face: Shrunken, wrinkled appearance. Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt
Slide 3: Definition & Overview
- PEM: Deficiency of protein and energy (calories)
- Ranges from mild to severe
- Most common in children <5 years in low-resource settings
- Two classic forms:
Slide 3: What is PEM?