For children aged 6 to 59 months, which mid-upper arm circumference finding indicates severe acute malnutrition?
Correct answer: A. Less than 11.5 cm
- A. Less than 11.5 cm
- B. 11.5 to 12.4 cm
- C. 12.5 to 13.4 cm
- D. 13.5 to 14.4 cm
Explanation
A MUAC below 11.5 cm indicates severe acute malnutrition in children aged 6 to 59 months. Values from 11.5 to below 12.5 cm indicate moderate acute malnutrition, so 12.5 cm or more does not meet this severe criterion.
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