Therapeutic feeding for severe acute malnutrition (SAM) involves two phases. The 'stabilization phase' diet (F-75) provides how many kcal/100 mL?
- A 75 kcal ✓
- B 50 kcal
- C 100 kcal
- D 150 kcal
Correct answer: A. 75 kcal
Explanation
F-75 (Starter formula) provides 75 kcal/100 mL and 0.9 g protein/100 mL, used during the stabilization (Days 1–7) phase of SAM management to restore metabolic homeostasis carefully while avoiding refeeding syndrome. F-100 (Catch-up formula) provides 100 kcal/100 mL (and 2.9 g protein) used in the rehabilitation phase for rapid weight gain. RUTF (Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food) is used for community-based management.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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