Iron Deficiency Anemia Flashcards
1
Q
Results when the intake of dietary iron is inadequate for hemoglobin synthesis
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
2
Q
Occurs when total body iron stores are adequate but the supply of iron to the bone marrow is inadequate (Functional Iron Deficiency)
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
3
Q
Most common anemia
Poor dietary habits leading to inadequate intake of iron, vitamin B12, and/or Folacin and or blood loss
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Iron Deficiency Anemia
4
Q
Plummer Vinson Syndrome
Triad Symptoms of Anemia
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Dysphagia
Stomatitis
Atrophic glossitis
