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What is the definition of anemia in healthy children?
What is the definition of anemia in healthy children?
- Reduction of hemoglobin concentration or RBC volume below normal range (correct)
- Increase in hemoglobin concentration or RBC volume above normal range
- Reduction of platelet count below normal range
- Increase in white blood cell count above normal range
What are the WHO's hemoglobin thresholds to define anemia in children?
What are the WHO's hemoglobin thresholds to define anemia in children?
- 18 months to...
- 12 months to...
- 8 months to...
- 6 months to... (correct)
What is the approach recommended for an anemic child?
What is the approach recommended for an anemic child?
- History, physical examination, and initial laboratory studies (correct)
- No need for initial laboratory studies
- Immediate blood transfusion
- Only history and physical examination
Which anemia is characterized by reticulocytosis?
Which anemia is characterized by reticulocytosis?
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What is a key aspect of preventing Iron Deficiency Anemia?
What is a key aspect of preventing Iron Deficiency Anemia?
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