A Nurse Is Planning Care for a Child with Iron

question 26

Multiple Choice

A nurse is planning care for a child with iron deficiency anemia.Characteristics of iron deficiency anemia include which of the following? (select all that apply)

• A) It is most common between the ages of 6 months and 2 years.
• B) It is related to gender and race.
• C) It may be related to socioeconomic factors.
• D) It is rare among teenagers.
• E) It is difficult to diagnose in early stages.

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Definitions:

Stroke Volume

The amount of blood ejected by the left ventricle of the heart in one contraction, an important parameter in assessing cardiac health.

Elasticity

The ability of a material or tissue to resume its normal shape after being stretched or compressed.

Diastole

The phase of the heart cycle during which the heart relaxes and fills with blood following contraction.

Pallor

An abnormal paleness of the skin, often indicative of anemia, shock, or serious illness.