True statement regarding 'at risk baby':September 2009
Ans. B: Weight less than 70% of the expected weightThe basic criteria for identifying 'at risk' babies include:Bih weight less than 2.5 kg.TwinsBih order 5 and moreAificial feedingWeight below 70% of the expected weight (II and III degrees of malnutrition)Failure to gain weight during three successive monthsChildren with diarrhea, PEMWorking mother/ one parent
Bih weight less than 2.75 kg
Weight less than 70% of the expected weight
Bih order more than 3
Ist degree malnutrition