Hypoproliferative Anemia Flashcards
Iron-Deficiency Anemia (IDA)
Microcytic (small)
hypochromic (pale)
Causes of IDA
Malnutrition
Nutritional deficiency
Blood loss
IDA assessment (PLEAD)
Pallor
Lethargy
Easy fatigability
Activity intolerance
Dyspnea
IDA: Eating of substances that have no nutritional value (hair, lice, soil, clay)
Pica
High risk for Pica
Pregnant
Pedia
Psychologically challenged
IDA: Inflammatory condition affecting the corners of the mouth
Angular cheilosis
IDA: Spoon-shaped nails
Koilonychia
Management for IDA
IRON supplementation __ months
Iron supp. + ____ (for adults)
Best absorbed: ____
6months
Vitamin C
Empty stomach (before breakfast)
IDA: S/E
Constipation, dark stools
⬇️ absorption w food esp milk(dairy)
Stains teeth (use straw)
Stains skin (Z-track method)