B12 Deficieny Anemia Flashcards
1
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B12 Deficiency Anemia
description
A
macrocytic anemia caused by low B12 or poor absorption
2
Q
Pernicious anemia cause
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deficiency in intrinsic factor, gastric surgery can cause lack of factor
3
Q
B12 Deficiency Anemia
assessment
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severe pallor fatigue wt loss smooth beefy red tongue slight jaundice paresthesias of hands and feet gait and balance disturbances
4
Q
B12 Deficiency Anemia
interventions
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more dietary intake B12 injections (weekly at first then monthly
5
Q
foods high in B12
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meats poultry fish shellfish eggs dairy citrus beans
green leafy vegetables liver nuts brewers yeast
