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P68T

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Which statement by a mother may indicate a cause for her 9-month-old's iron deficiency anemia?
 
  a. Formula is so expensive. We switched to regular milk right away.
  b. She almost never drinks water.
  c. She doesn't really like peaches or pears, so we stick to bananas for fruit.
  d. I give her a piece of bread now and then. She likes to chew on it.

Question 2

What will the nurse teach the parents of a child with a low platelet count to avoid?
 
  a. Ibuprofen
  b. Aspirin
  c. Caffeine
  d. Prednisone


Athena23

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Because cow's milk contains very little iron, infants should drink iron-fortified formula for the first year of life.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Aspirin interferes with platelet function and should be avoided to prevent the risk of prolonged bleeding.


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