Anemia
~~> Decrease RBC, Hgb
Clinical condition of disease - find the etiology
Oxygen transport impaired
Increased prevalence with age >65
Iron Deficiency Anemia
~~> Inadequate dietary intake - most common nutritional disorder
Who is at risk?
Malabsorption - seen w/GI surgery
...
If reduced intake or malabsorption - Diet & Iron supplements
Foods needed for erythropoiesis - Vitamin B12 & Folic acid
Balance activity and rest
Diet education
Vegetarian iron sources
✓ ~~> dark leafy greens, tofu, beans, eggs, blackstrap molasses
Drug therapy for anemia
✓ ~~> PO: Ferrous Sulfate - best if absorbed in duodenum
IM or IV: Iron Dextran
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
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