Which of the Following Statements Regarding Iron in Young Children

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding iron in young children is FALSE?

• A)Children between 4 and 8-years-of-age need more iron than adult men.
• B)Milk is an excellent source of iron.
• C)Iron supplements may be prescribed for anemia.
• D)Iron deficiency can cause learning deficits and lower resistance to infection.

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