Which of the Following Individuals Is at Highest Risk for Developing

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals is at highest risk for developing a vitamin B₁₂ deficiency anemia?

• A) 47-year-old male who had a gastrectomy procedure (removal of the stomach)
• B) 64-year-old male with a history of duodenal ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding
• C) 26-year-old female in the second trimester of her first pregnancy
• D) 3-year-old female who is a fussy eater

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Definitions:

Positive Stressor

A beneficial stress that motivates or enhances psychological growth or physical health.

Adrenaline

A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands, increasing heart rate and energy in response to stress or excitement.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, often increased in response to stress or low blood-glucose concentration.

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located on top of each kidney that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which help control heart rate, blood pressure, and other body functions.