Anemia Flashcards
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What is Anemia?
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- a decrease in RBC, Hgb, Hct
2
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What is Hemoglobin?
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- Iron rich protein in RBC that carries oxygen from lungs to tissues
3
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What is Hematocrit?
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- Precent of RBC volume compared to total blood volume
4
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What are Reticulocytes?
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- Immature RBC from the bone marrow that takes up Hgb and Iron
5
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What are some of the symptoms of anemia?
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- Fatigue, weakness, SOB, exercise intolerance, headache, dizziness, and/or pallor
6
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What is a common symptom for Iron deficiency anemia?
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- Glossitis [inflamed tongue], Spoon Shaped Nails, Pica [eating non-foods]
7
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What are common symptoms of B12 deficiency anemia?
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- Glossitis and peripheral neuropathy
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