Author Question: Which of the abnormal lab values would be indicative of microcytic ... (Read 43 times)

misspop · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

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

Question 2

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

scottmt · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

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.