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In which time period would a nurse expect to see the peak effect of ferrous sulfate?
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?
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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?
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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?
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Which laboratory values would a nurse assess before administering ferrous sulfate to a patient with iron deficiency anemia? Select all that apply.
Which patients would a nurse determine should not receive therapy with ferrous sulfate?
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Which patients would a nurse determine should not receive therapy with ferrous sulfate? Select all that apply.
Which teaching points would a nurse share with a patient who has been newly prescribed ferrous sulfate?
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Which teaching points would a nurse share with a patient who has been newly prescribed ferrous sulfate? Select all that apply.
Which signs or symptoms would a nurse recognize in a patient with iron deficiency anemia, potentially requiring treatment with ferrous sulfate?
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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.
Which statement regarding the pharmacokinetic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?
Which statement regarding the pharmacokinetic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?
Which statement regarding the pharmacodynamic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?
Which statement regarding the pharmacodynamic parameters of ferrous sulfate is accurate?
Which teaching points should be shared with a patient who is receiving liquid oral iron therapy for iron deficiency anemia?
Which teaching points should be shared with a patient who is receiving liquid oral iron therapy for iron deficiency anemia?
Which teaching point about vitamin C would a nurse provide a patient receiving ferrous sulfate?
Which teaching point about vitamin C would a nurse provide a patient receiving ferrous sulfate?
Which statement about iron dosage is inaccurate?
Which statement about iron dosage is inaccurate?
Flashcards
Peak effect of ferrous sulfate
Peak effect of ferrous sulfate
2 to 4 weeks.
Common cause of increased iron demand
Common cause of increased iron demand
Pregnancy
Importance of balancing food with iron
Importance of balancing food with iron
Food reduces iron’s absorption by 50% to 70%.
Labs to assess before ferrous sulfate
Labs to assess before ferrous sulfate
Folate level
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Patients who should not receive ferrous sulfate
Patients who should not receive ferrous sulfate
A patient with hemolytic anemia
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Instructions for taking ferrous sulfate
Instructions for taking ferrous sulfate
Take the ferrous sulfate with 4 to 6 oz of water.
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Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia
Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia
Pallor
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How ferrous sulfate leaves the body
How ferrous sulfate leaves the body
Ferrous sulfate is excreted in urine, sweat, and intestinal mucosa sloughing.
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Pharmacodynamic action of ferrous sulfate
Pharmacodynamic action of ferrous sulfate
Ferrous sulfate replaces iron found in hemoglobin, allowing the transport of oxygen.
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Important education point about taking liquid oral iron
Important education point about taking liquid oral iron
The iron supplement may turn the stool black.
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Vitamin C and ferrous sulfate
Vitamin C and ferrous sulfate
Vitamin C enhances the absorption of ferrous sulfate.
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Inaccurate statement about iron dosage.
Inaccurate statement about iron dosage.
A 324 mg oral tablet of ferrous sulfate contains 45 mg of elemental iron.
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