Sherpath_Deficiency Anemia Drug Therapy_Week 3
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In which time period would a nurse expect to see the peak effect of ferrous sulfate?

  • 5 to 7 days
  • 2 to 4 weeks (correct)
  • 2 to 3 months
  • 6 to 9 months
  • Which conditions are the most common causes of increased iron demand that can lead to iron deficiency? Select all that apply.

  • Pregnancy (correct)
  • Liver impairment
  • Chronic uterine blood loss (correct)
  • Expansion of blood volume during childhood (correct)
  • Which reasons describe the importance of balancing food intake with iron administration? Select all that apply.

  • The metabolism of iron may be reduced with food.
  • Food reduces iron’s absorption by 50% to 70%. (correct)
  • The protein binding of iron is reduced when taken with food.
  • Iron may cause gastrointestinal upset when taken on an empty stomach. (correct)
  • Which laboratory values would a nurse assess before administering ferrous sulfate to a patient with iron deficiency anemia? Select all that apply.

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

    Which patients would a nurse determine should not receive therapy with ferrous sulfate? Select all that apply.

    <p>A patient with hemolytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which teaching points would a nurse share with a patient who has been newly prescribed ferrous sulfate? Select all that apply.

    <p>Take the ferrous sulfate with 4 to 6 oz of water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which signs or symptoms would a nurse recognize in a patient with iron deficiency anemia, potentially requiring treatment with ferrous sulfate? Select all that apply.

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

    Which statement regarding the pharmacokinetic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?

    <p>Ferrous sulfate is excreted in urine, sweat, and intestinal mucosa sloughing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding the pharmacodynamic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?

    <p>Ferrous sulfate replaces iron found in hemoglobin, allowing the transport of oxygen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which teaching points should be shared with a patient who is receiving liquid oral iron therapy for iron deficiency anemia?

    <p>The iron supplement may turn the stool black.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which teaching point about vitamin C would a nurse provide a patient receiving ferrous sulfate?

    <p>Vitamin C enhances the absorption of ferrous sulfate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about iron dosage is inaccurate?

    <p>A 324 mg oral tablet of ferrous sulfate contains 45 mg of elemental iron.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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