Anemia Classification in Children
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What are the etiologic factors used to classify anemia?

  • Chronic and acute diseases
  • Age and gender
  • Nutritional deficiency and bone marrow failure (correct)
  • Viral and bacterial infections
  • Which condition is defined as a reduction below normal in the volume of red blood cells or hemoglobin concentration?

  • Thalassemia
  • Anemia (correct)
  • Sickle cell disease
  • Leukemia
  • What is a common cause of anemia resulting from decreased production?

  • Excessive iron intake
  • Bone marrow failure (correct)
  • Physical exercise
  • Viral infections
  • Which nutrient deficiency can lead to anemia?

    <p>Folate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor can interfere with bone marrow activity and lead to anemia?

    <p>Chronic diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach is used for the classification of anemia?

    <p>Etiologic and morphologic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a cause of iron deficiency anemia?

    <p>Chronic diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common manifestation of anemia?

    <p>Increased heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT a morphologic factor associated with anemia?

    <p>Excessive demands for iron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a central nervous system manifestation of anemia?

    <p>Decreased attention span</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible extracorpuscular cause of anemia?

    <p>Immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age group is most commonly affected by iron deficiency anemia?

    <p>6-24 months of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of inadequate supply of iron leading to anemia?

    <p>Deficient dietary intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic is associated with normochromic anemia?

    <p>Normocytic cell size</p> Signup and view all the answers

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