This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pediatrics
In the management of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) child, iron should be started 
Select and explain. 
A. Immediately, B. On day 2 start of stabilization phase, C. In Rehabilitation Phase, after fever subside, D. Iron should never be given
C: In Rehabilitation Phase, after fever subside
Answer: C: In Rehabilitation Phase, after fever subside 
Explanation: Do not given Iron is Stabilization Phase. If given Iron releases free radical, causing injury to GIT.
Iron should be started in Rehabilitation Phase (after day 7)