Anemia Flashcards
1
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Anemia
A
Decrease in red blood cells or hemoglobin content (hemoglobin level) or altered hemoglobin function.
2
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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.