Poor prognostic factors in a child with kwashiorkar include all of the following-
Ans. is 'b' i.e., Hepatomegaly o Hepatomegaly is one of the essential diagnostic feature of kwashiorkor, it does not indicate poor prognosis. o Poor prognostic factors in PEM, which can lead to early death ? Hypothermia 4. Diarrhea 7. Cardiac failure Hypoglycemia 5. Severe anemia 8. Dehydration or overhydration Systemic infections 6. Liver failure 9. Fluid & electrolyte imbalance
Hypothermia
Hepatomegaly
Purpura
Dermatosis