An important part of assessment of the patient with an iron-deficiency anemia is: (Select all that apply.) 1. determining if there is a family history of this type of problem. 2. d... An important part of assessment of the patient with an iron-deficiency anemia is: (Select all that apply.) 1. determining if there is a family history of this type of problem. 2. determining if there is abnormally high blood loss with menstruation. 3. asking if the patient takes any vitamins. 4. determining if the patient is a strict vegetarian. 5. checking to see if any drugs that cause hemolysis are being taken. 6. obtaining a thorough dietary history of what the patient normally eats.
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The question is asking about the important assessments for a patient with iron-deficiency anemia, specifically which factors should be considered during evaluation.
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The important parts of assessment are: 1. determining if there is a family history of this type of problem, 2. determining if there is abnormally high blood loss with menstruation, 4. determining if the patient is a strict vegetarian, 5. checking to see if any drugs that cause hemolysis are being taken, 6. obtaining a thorough dietary history of what the patient normally eats.
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The important parts of assessment are: 1. determining if there is a family history of this type of problem, 2. determining if there is abnormally high blood loss with menstruation, 4. determining if the patient is a strict vegetarian, 5. checking to see if any drugs that cause hemolysis are being taken, 6. obtaining a thorough dietary history of what the patient normally eats.
More Information
Iron-deficiency anemia assessment involves evaluating dietary habits, menstrual blood loss, medications, and lifestyle factors affecting iron absorption, including vegetarian diets.
Tips
A common mistake is neglecting to consider dietary habits and medications which can critically impact iron levels.
Sources
- Iron-Deficiency Anemia - Hematology.org - hematology.org
- Iron Deficiency – Diagnosis and Management - Gov.bc.ca - .gov.bc.ca
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