A 5 -g infant underwent extensive intestinal resection for severe necrotizing enterocolitis on the th day of life In the second month of life, the child gradually manifested edema; an erythematous rash on the distal extremities, mouth, and perineal region; and alopecia The most appropriate therapy for this patient is to

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Zinc deficiency can cause edema, rash, and alopecia Supplementing zinc is the most appropriate therapy

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Pediatrician concern alone is not sufficient to raise suspicion without corroborating evidence from caregivers or parents.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Stereotypic movements include repetitive actions like eye blinking, head banging, and self-biting. Hand shaking is not typically classified as a stereotypic movement in this context.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Aplastic anemia results in low reticulocyte counts due to the bone marrow's inability to produce red blood cells.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Isoniazid is well-known for inducing lupus-like syndromes.