Abstract
An exploratory descriptive approach was adopted in the study. The sample consisted of the children aged 1 to 5 year. The study conducted at selected urban slum of Mandsaur city from 25 Nov 2021 to 31 Jan 2022. 450 children (1-5 years) included in study using convenient sampling technique and children screened for PEM by anthropometric measurement (weight, Height, Head circumference, Chest circumference, Mid arm circumference) using instrument like electronic weighing machine and inch tape then observed for clinical symptoms of PEM through using checklist and determine PEM grade of children according IAP classification of PEM, also Information were collected regarding socio demographic data and identify the cause associated with PEM in children using structured questionnaire through interview of mother and care taker.
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