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Chapter 54: Deficiency Anemia Therapy Flashcards

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S/SX of anemia

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Fatigue
Pallor
Tachycardia
Dyspnea
Angina

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Ferrous Sulfate

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  • treatment choice for iron deficiency anemia.
  • TAKE ON EMPTY STOMACH
  • onset: 1 week
    Peak : 2-4 weeks

Allow 2 hours before or after administration of ferrous sulfate for consumption of milk or antacid

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Labs to assess before administration of ferrous sulfate

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Folate
Bilirubin
Hemoglobin
Reticulocyte count

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Who should not receive ferrous sulfate?

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A patient with hemolytic anemia.
A patient with hemochromatosis (iron overload).

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