Anemia Flashcards

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Anemia

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Decrease in red blood cells or hemoglobin content (hemoglobin level) or altered hemoglobin function.

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Cause or Anemia

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  • Decreased red blood cell productio
  • Blood loss
  • Destrucion of red blood cells
  • Inadequate intake of iron
  • Excssive loss of iron
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Signs and Symptoms of Anemia

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Tissue hypoxia (low blood oxgen levels) cause fatigue.
Pallor (unhealthy pale appearance) of the skin and mucous membranes ( lips, tongue, mouth, eyelids etc).
Increased respiratory rate and depth ( amount of air inhaled and exhaled)
Dizzness.
Difficulty concentrating.
Cold intolereance.

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