This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nutrition, Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'Following statements are true with respect to a child with marasmus except \nSelect and explain. \nA. It is a severely wasted and has skin and bone monkey facies, B. Child appears ale and active, C. Child is more prone for infection and has higher moality compared to kwashiorkor, D. Appetite is good', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: Nutrient deficiency is the main cause of marasmus. It occurs in children that don&;t ingest enough protein, calories, carbohydrates, and other impoant nutrients. This is usually due to povey and a scarcity of food. There are several types of malnutrition. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition', 'role': 'assistant'}]