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rlane42

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The main focus of treatment of patients with ACD is
 
  A. Replenishing iron stores
  B. Providing for adequate nutrition high in iron
  C. Management of the underlying disorder
  D. Administration of monthly vitamin B12 injections

Question 2

The pathophysiological hallmark of ACD is
 
  A. Depleted iron stores
  B. Impaired ability to use iron stores
  C. Chronic uncorrectable bleeding
  D. Reduced intestinal absorption of iron



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B



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