Simplified approaches for the treatment of acute malnutrition:
a) Are adaptations to Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition protocols and programmes, that aim to improve coverage and cost-effectiveness.
b) Some simplifications include the use of mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC) as the only admission criteria, the use of a single product for the treatment of both severe and moderate acute malnutrition, or the management of acute malnutrition by community health workers.
c) All simplifications have been tested under homogeneous circumstances, and as a result, there is strong evidence of their similar effectiveness. d) A and B are correct. e) All answers are correct.
