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This document discusses anemia, specifically iron deficiency anemia. It covers the pathophysiology of the condition, its causes in infants and children, and provides information on treatment options. The document also includes signs and symptoms, along with key points related to rich iron sources relevant to the topic.

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Anemia Types & Iron Deficiency Anemia Pediatrics: Hematological Anemia Pathophysiology Top Tested Anemia is when the body lacks enough RBCs (Red Blood Cells) t...

Anemia Types & Iron Deficiency Anemia Pediatrics: Hematological Anemia Pathophysiology Top Tested Anemia is when the body lacks enough RBCs (Red Blood Cells) to carry oxygen 1. Iron deficiency Anemia 2. Sickle cell anemia around the body to perfuse the tissues. Clients present with tired, fatigued & pale 3. Pernicious Anemia skin, with shortness of breath and dizziness, as the body lacks oxygen. Anemia Causes NCLEX TIP Blood loss: surgery, trauma, excessive menstruation etc. Hemoglobin Chemotherapy & Immunosuppressants: which suppresses the bone marrow where the Normal: 12 + RBCs are made. Bad: 8 - 9 Lack of iron, B12 & other building blocks: like with iron def. anemia & pernicious anemia Less than 7 = Heaven Iron Deficiency Anemia Fe Fe Fe Fe The body lacks iron (Fe) a critical building block to help make RBCs - red blood cells. This is the most common form of anemia globally Fe Causes Treatment Kaplan Question Infants & Children Rich in iron The nurse counsels a client diagnosed with iron deficiency 1. Premature birth 1. Meat, Fish, Poultry anemia. The nurse determines > 24 oz/day teaching is effective if the 2. Insufficient oral intake 2. Spinach “green leafy” client selects which menu? & whole grains Select all that apply 3. Excessive intake of milk NCLEX TIP Flank steak & green leafy vegetables 4. Preterm infants exclusively Liver & onions, spinach bottle-fed with breast milk Infants & Children Limit EXCESSIVE milk intake 5. Vegan diet NCLEX TIP Iron + Vit. C 1. Fortified breads & cereals HIGH iron foods 2. HIGH iron foods with HIGH vitamin C HIGH vitamin C 3. Calcium & Vitamin D Fe Fe C Fe Vitamin Signs & Symptoms Pharmacology HESI Question Ferrous Sulfate (oral) Iron Dextran (IV / IM) A nurse is educating a patient Dyspnea with iron deficiency on foods high in iron. Which meal, if chosen by the patient, demonstrates an Pallor “pale skin” FERROUS SULFATE IRON DEXTRAN understanding of iron-rich foods? Grilled chicken thigh, sauteed Tachycardia spinach, and whole grain bread KEY POINTS ATI Question ATI Question Q1: … toddler who has iron Teaching to the parent of a school-age child who has Dark or black stools = deficiency anemia. Which of the following food choices... best iron-deficiency anemia and a Normal & Expected source of iron? new prescription for a liquid iron supplement. Which of the NOT GI BLEED 1 cup of diced chicken breast Fe Fe Fe Fe Fe following parent statements Q2: Which best describes why indicates an understanding of Empty stomach infants are started on solid foods the teaching? 1 HOUR BEFORE at about 5 to 6 months of age? I will administer this medications The fetal reserve of iron is medication using a straw depleted by this age

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