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crobinson2013 · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The nurse anticipates that the urine of a client receiving treatment for iron toxicity will appear:

a. clear amber. c. blood-tinged.
b. cloudy with white flecks. d. red in color.

Question 2

The nurse is aware that which of the following groups is at greatest risk for anemia?

a. adult males c. middle-aged men
b. nursing mothers d. postmenopausal women

iceage · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not expected from a client receiving treatment for iron toxicity.
B Incorrect: This is not expected from a client receiving treatment for iron toxicity.
C Incorrect: This is not expected from a client receiving treatment for iron toxicity.
D Correct: When deferoxamine mesylate is excreted, it colors the urine red.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: This group is not at increased risk for anemia.
B Correct: Lactating mothers lose approximately 2 mg of iron/day.
C Incorrect: This group is not at increased risk for anemia.
D Incorrect: This group is not at increased risk for anemia.