Physiological Adaptation Q 33

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Francis with anemia has been admitted to the medical-surgical unit. Which assessment findings are characteristic of iron-deficiency anemia?

  

     A. Nights sweats, weight loss, and diarrhea

     B. Dyspnea, tachycardia, and pallor

     C. Nausea, vomiting, and anorexia

     D. Itching, rash, and jaundice

    

    

Correct Answer: B. Dyspnea, tachycardia, and pallor

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Signs of iron-deficiency anemia include dyspnea, tachycardia, and pallor as well as fatigue, listlessness, irritability, and headache.

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Option A: Night sweats, weight loss, and diarrhea may signal acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Option C: Nausea, vomiting, and anorexia may be signs of hepatitis B.

Option D: Itching, rash, and jaundice may result from an allergic or hemolytic reaction.

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