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Tirant22

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on: Jul 11, 2018
What is a cause of pernicious anemia?
 
  a. An iron deficiency
  b. A deficiency of vitamin B12
  c. Low serum potassium level
  d. Blood loss

Question 2

What would be an acceptable alteration in the plan of care for a patient with a hiatal hernia who is experiencing gastrointestinal reflux?
 
  a. Encouraging the patient to lie down after meals
  b. Drinking two full glasses of liquid after the evening meal
  c. Eating smaller, more frequent meals
  d. Using caffeine drinks to assist with digestion


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cpetit11

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Pernicious anemia results from a deficiency of vitamin B12.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Eating smaller and more frequent meals does not enlarge the stomach.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Excellent

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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