Parenteral Iron Therapy
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Which iron formulation is a high molecular weight complex of dextran with low-molecular-weight iron and can cause delayed hypersensitivity reactions?

  • Iron isomaltoside
  • Ferric gluconate
  • Iron sucrose
  • Iron dextran (correct)

    • What is the purpose of an anaphylactoid test dose before administering parenteral iron?

  • To assess the patient's hydration status
  • To determine the patient's tolerance to the iron infusion (correct)
  • To check for iron levels in the blood
  • To evaluate the patient's kidney function

    • Which of the following parenteral iron formulations is given as an infusion and is free from anaphylactic reactions and test dosing?

  • Ferric gluconate (correct)
  • Iron dextran
  • Iron sucrose
  • Iron isomaltoside

    • Why has the use of iron dextran decreased in the past decade?

    <p>It can cause serious effects and fatalities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is parenteral iron therapy typically used?

    <p>When oral iron therapy is contraindicated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if a patient experiences a severe reaction during parenteral iron therapy administration?

    <p>Desensitize the patient to the specific iron-dextran formulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which of the following conditions is parenteral iron therapy recommended?

    <p>Severe hypochromic anemia with unproven oral iron efficacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common reason for considering parenteral iron therapy over oral iron therapy?

    <p>Intolerance to oral iron salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which cases is parenteral iron therapy not suitable?

    <p>Those who can tolerate slow oral iron therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of parenteral iron therapy?

    <p>To rapidly increase hemoglobin levels and iron stores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is parenteral iron therapy considered useful over oral iron therapy?

    <p>In cases where oral iron is contraindicated or ineffective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are potential recipients of parenteral iron therapy according to the text?

    <p>Menstruating women, growing children, pregnant women</p> Signup and view all the answers

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