A Condition That Increases the Likelihood of Iron Deficiency in Older

question 11

Multiple Choice

A condition that increases the likelihood of iron deficiency in older people is

• A)lack of intrinsic factor.
• B)loss of iron due to menopause.
• C)blood loss from yearly physical testing procedures.
• D)poor iron absorption due to reduced stomach acid secretion and/or use of antacids.
• E)the body's need for iron increases well into old age.

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Definitions:

Buildup

The gradual accumulation or increase of something over time.

Diastolic Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart rests between beats.

Force

In physics, an interaction that, when unopposed, changes the motion of an object.

Heart Rests

Periods where cardiac activity is minimal, allowing for recovery and reduced strain on the heart.