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A patient presents with fatigue, pallor, and shortness of breath. Initial lab results show a low hemoglobin level and reduced mean corpuscular volume (MCV). Which type of anemia is MOST likely?
A patient presents with fatigue, pallor, and shortness of breath. Initial lab results show a low hemoglobin level and reduced mean corpuscular volume (MCV). Which type of anemia is MOST likely?
- Aplastic anemia
- Iron deficiency anemia (correct)
- Sickle cell anemia
- Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia
Which of the following is the MOST common cause of iron deficiency anemia in premenopausal women?
Which of the following is the MOST common cause of iron deficiency anemia in premenopausal women?
- Heavy menstrual bleeding (correct)
- Chronic kidney disease
- Dietary iron overload
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
A patient with a history of gastric bypass surgery presents with signs of anemia. Which vitamin deficiency is MOST likely contributing to their condition?
A patient with a history of gastric bypass surgery presents with signs of anemia. Which vitamin deficiency is MOST likely contributing to their condition?
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12 (correct)
Which laboratory finding is MOST indicative of hemolytic anemia?
Which laboratory finding is MOST indicative of hemolytic anemia?
A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) develops anemia. What is the PRIMARY mechanism by which CKD leads to anemia?
A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) develops anemia. What is the PRIMARY mechanism by which CKD leads to anemia?
A patient is diagnosed with anemia of chronic disease. Which of the following best describes the underlying pathophysiology of this condition?
A patient is diagnosed with anemia of chronic disease. Which of the following best describes the underlying pathophysiology of this condition?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial treatment for severe symptomatic anemia (hemoglobin <7 g/dL) in a stable patient?
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate initial treatment for severe symptomatic anemia (hemoglobin <7 g/dL) in a stable patient?
A patient's lab results show elevated levels of methylmalonic acid (MMA) and homocysteine. Which vitamin deficiency is MOST likely?
A patient's lab results show elevated levels of methylmalonic acid (MMA) and homocysteine. Which vitamin deficiency is MOST likely?
Which of the following anemias is characterized by the presence of macrocytes (large red blood cells) in the peripheral blood smear?
Which of the following anemias is characterized by the presence of macrocytes (large red blood cells) in the peripheral blood smear?
A patient of Mediterranean descent presents with microcytic anemia. Iron studies are normal. Which of the following conditions is the MOST likely cause?
A patient of Mediterranean descent presents with microcytic anemia. Iron studies are normal. Which of the following conditions is the MOST likely cause?
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What is Anemia?
What is Anemia?
A condition characterized by a deficiency of red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood, resulting in pallor and fatigue.
Iron-Deficiency Anemia
Iron-Deficiency Anemia
Caused by iron deficiency, leading to reduced hemoglobin production.
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
Caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12, which is needed for red blood cell production.
Hemolytic Anemia
Hemolytic Anemia
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Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle Cell Anemia
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Hematocrit
Hematocrit
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Hemoglobin
Hemoglobin
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Common Anemia Symptoms
Common Anemia Symptoms
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Anemia Treatment Options
Anemia Treatment Options
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Aplastic Anemia
Aplastic Anemia
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