18 Questions
What is the result of impaired erythropoiesis?
Abnormal red blood cell size and shape
What is anemia?
A decrease in the size or number of red blood cells
What is a common cause of anemia due to blood loss?
GI bleeding
What is a nutritional deficiency that can cause anemia?
Iron deficiency
What is a condition that can lead to excessive hemolysis?
G6PD deficiency
What is the effect of anemia on oxygen exchange?
Decreases oxygen exchange between blood and tissue cells
What is the main characteristic of macrocytic anemia?
High MCV and MCHC
What is the term for the production of red blood cells in the body?
Erythropoiesis
Which of the following anemias is most likely to be caused by a diet lacking in essential nutrients?
Nutritional anemia
What is the classification of anemia based on hemoglobin content?
Hypochromic and normochromic
Which of the following symptoms is NOT typically associated with anemia?
Muscle cramps
What is the term used to describe micronutrient deficiencies, including vitamin and mineral deficiencies?
Hidden Hunger
What is the main goal of diagnosing anemia?
To identify the underlying cause of the anemia
Which of the following micronutrients is classified as one of 'the big three' with major public health importance?
Iron
What is the main source of micronutrients during the first six months of life, apart from iron?
Breast milk
Which of the following is a contributing factor to micronutrient malnutrition?
All of the above
What is the most common morbidity among micronutrients that affects health, education, economy, and productivity of the entire nation?
Iron Deficiency Anemia
Which of the following is a preventive measure for micronutrient malnutrition?
Exclusive breastfeeding
This quiz covers the classification of anemia based on cell size and hemoglobin content, including macrocytic, normocytic, and microcytic anemia, as well as hypochromic and normochromic anemia. It discusses the causes of each type, including deficiencies and genetic disorders.
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