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Q874. Which of the following is NOT a common
symptom of tuberculosis?
a. Cough for three week of more
b. Fever, especially at night
c. Weight gain
d. Loss of appetite
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🔥 Nursing MCQ Challenge with Rationale 🔥

What is the disease this child is suffering from? 👇

A. Kwashiorkor
B. Marasmus
C. Osteogenesis imperfecta
D. Progeria

✅ Correct Answer: A. Kwashiorkor

💡 Rationale:
The image typically shows features like edema (puffy face/moon face), distended abdomen, skin changes, and hair discoloration, which are classic signs of Kwashiorkor — a severe form of protein deficiency.

Kwashiorkor → Edema, fatty liver, dermatosis, “flag sign” hair, irritability
Marasmus → Severe wasting without edema (old man appearance)
Osteogenesis imperfecta → Brittle bones, fractures, blue sclera
Progeria → Premature aging features

📌 Exam Trick:
👉 Edema + malnutrition = Think Kwashiorkor
👉 Severe wasting without edema = Marasmus

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Q678.Immediately after birth, the first priority for a newborn is:
A. Positioning
B. Providing warmth
C. Tactile stimulation
D. Suctioning

🔥 Nursing MCQ Challenge with Rationale 🔥

What is the abnormality shown in the hairs of a child with severe malnutrition? 👇

A. Light dark sign
B. Flag sign
C. Hair sign
D. Colour sign

✅ Correct Answer: B. Flag sign

💡 Rationale:
In children with severe protein-energy malnutrition (especially kwashiorkor), the hair shows alternating bands of light and dark color, known as the “Flag sign.”

It occurs due to periods of malnutrition followed by periods of improved nutrition
Hair becomes discolored, sparse, brittle, and easily pluckable
Each band reflects the nutritional status over time

📌 Exam Trick:
👉 Banding of hair = Flag sign = Severe malnutrition (Kwashiorkor)

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Q2345. All of the following macronutrients, EXCEPT?
a. Proteins
b. Carbohydrates
c. Fat
d. Vitamins
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