Which of the Following Statements Describes the Iron Intake of Older

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the iron intake of older adults?

• A) Iron needs of men increase throughout their lifetime.
• B) Iron-deficiency anemia is more common among older adults than among younger people.
• C) Antacids tend to increase iron stores.
• D) Elevated iron stores are likely to be found in older people who eat red meat and take iron supplements.
• E) Elevated iron stores impair immunity, which can lead to infectious diseases.

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