IDA Is Multifactorial and Is Common in Men 65 Years

question 3

Multiple Choice

IDA is multifactorial and is common in men 65 years and older.Patients present symptoms of nonspecific fatigue and/or weakness, dizziness, and shortness of breath.Which of the following are the contributing factors for IDA in older adults? Select all that apply.

• A)Inadequate diet
• B)Peptic ulcer disease
• C)Malabsorption syndromes
• D)Podiatric surgery
• E)Weight gain

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