When can a severely malnourished child be safely discharged from the hospital ?
Correct Answer: The child loses edema and starts gaining weight
Description: Criteria for discharge in PEM
The appetite should have retured and oral intake is adequate.
Gain in body weight with loss edema.
All infections, mineral and vitamin deficiencies should have been treated.
Mother should have been educated regarding domiciliary care.
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