This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Which of the following is a characteristic of iron deficiency? a. Blood erythrocyte protoporphyrin ... (Read 37 times)

justinmsk

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 524
on: Aug 21, 2018
Which of the following is a characteristic of iron deficiency?
 a. Blood erythrocyte protoporphyrin levels decline as anemia worsens
  b. Iron supplements are not as effective at treating anemia as is proper nutrition
  c. People with anemia generally become fatigued only when they exert themselves
  d. The concave nails of iron-deficiency anemia result from abnormal ferritin levels

Question 2

Max, a 67-year-old homeless man with a history of alcoholism, is admitted with frostbite and severe malnutrition. What lab values should be monitored when his TPN is started to avoid the development of refeeding syndrome?
 a. folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 b. sodium, iron, and zinc
  c. calcium, vitamin D, and vitamin K d. phosphate, potassium, and magnesium


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

cpetit11

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 321
Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d


justinmsk

  • Member
  • Posts: 524
Reply 2 on: Aug 21, 2018
:D TYSM

okolip

  • Member
  • Posts: 362
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

The first monoclonal antibodies were made exclusively from mouse cells. Some are now fully human, which means they are likely to be safer and may be more effective than older monoclonal antibodies.

Did you know?

The average adult has about 21 square feet of skin.

Did you know?

The U.S. Pharmacopeia Medication Errors Reporting Program states that approximately 50% of all medication errors involve insulin.

Did you know?

In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.

Did you know?

It is believed that the Incas used anesthesia. Evidence supports the theory that shamans chewed cocoa leaves and drilled holes into the heads of patients (letting evil spirits escape), spitting into the wounds they made. The mixture of cocaine, saliva, and resin numbed the site enough to allow hours of drilling.

Psoriasis. This photograph demonstrates the characteristic white skin patches of this condition. Psoriasis. This photograph demonstrates the characteristic white skin patches of this condition.
Blood transfusion. Blood transfusion.
Iron Meteorites Iron Meteorites
ABO blood types pedigree ABO blood types pedigree
Blood pressure cuffs are available in various types and sizes for infants and children Blood pressure cuffs are available in various types and sizes for infants and children
Video: Embryonic development - Weeks 5 to 8

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library