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misspop

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Which of the abnormal lab values would be indicative of microcytic anemia?

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What are the goals of nutritional therapy for someone with CHF?



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Answer to Question 1

The MCV is not in the anemic range, but it is just 1 m3 away from a micorcytic anemia and, since anemia is evident, could be considered as a microcytic anemia.

Answer to Question 2

 Reduce weight to IBW.
 Reduce Na to prevent fluid retention; reduction appropriate to condition.
 Reduce fluid to help fluid retention; reduction appropriate to condition.
 The remaining constituents would be in accordance with American Heart Association diet recommendations.




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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
:D TYSM


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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