Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt -
Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) remains one of the most significant public health challenges globally, particularly in developing nations. When creating a presentation on this topic, it is essential to balance clinical data with practical visual aids to ensure the audience understands both the biological impact and the social urgency of the condition. What is Protein Energy Malnutrition?
: Initiate feeding with energy-dense foods to promote "catch-up growth" [10, 11]. Protein Energy Malnutrition Ppt
: Primarily affects children under 5 years old, pregnant women, and elderly individuals with chronic health conditions [1, 34]. 2. Classification and Clinical Types Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM) remains one of the
Kwashiorkor (Wet form): A deficiency predominantly in protein despite adequate or high carbohydrate intake, characterized by edema (swelling) and skin lesions. Energy deficiency: Body depletes fat stores → weight
Q1: Is marasmus or kwashiorkor more dangerous?
| | Weight 60-80% | Weight < 60% | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | No edema | Underweight | Marasmus | | Edema present | Kwashiorkor | Marasmic-Kwashiorkor |
Slide 5: Pathophysiology – What Goes Wrong?
- Energy deficiency: Body depletes fat stores → weight loss → muscle wasting (marasmus).
- Protein deficiency (relative): Reduced plasma proteins (albumin) → decreased oncotic pressure → edema (kwashiorkor).
- Metabolic changes: Insulin resistance, fatty liver, impaired immunity.
- Nutritional support: Nutritional support, including oral nutritional supplements and enteral nutrition, can help to meet nutritional needs.
- Medical treatment: Medical treatment, including treatment of underlying medical conditions, can help to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
- Food supplementation: Food supplementation, including provision of nutrient-rich foods, can help to meet nutritional needs.
Slide 12: Management - WHO 10 Steps
Phase 1: Stabilization (2-7 days)