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fagboi

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A pediatric patient is diagnosed with anemia. He presents with esophagitis and GI ulcers. What is the likely cause of this type of anemia?
 a. iron depletion
  b. underdeveloped WBC
  c. decreased intake of micronutrients and protein
  d. H. pylori

Question 2

Which of the following accurately describes the effect on iron absorption?
 a. vitamin C - decreases
  b. phytates - increase
  c. animal products - increases
  d. B vitamins - decrease


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c


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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
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