During a community nutrition assessment, a child has visible severe wasting and swelling of both feet. What is the priority action?
Correct answer: A. Refer urgently for assessment and treatment of severe malnutrition
- A. Refer urgently for assessment and treatment of severe malnutrition
- B. Advise the caregiver to reduce the child's food intake
- C. Give a routine multivitamin and review after one month
- D. Start a weight-loss plan and encourage more physical activity
Explanation
Severe wasting with bilateral pitting oedema is a sign of severe acute malnutrition and may involve serious medical complications. The child needs urgent referral for assessment, stabilization, and therapeutic nutrition rather than delayed routine follow-up.
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