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BCTC Iron Deficiency Anemia
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Common causes of IDA
Blood Loss
Poor GI absorption of Iron
Inadequate diet
Hemolysis
In I.D.A RBCs are...
Mycrocytic and Hypochromic
In geriatric population, IDA is a common problem d/t this
Poor Diet and Limited income
Signs and Symptoms of I.D.A
Palor
Glossitis
Nails- spoon shaped and brittle
Pica
Fatigue
Extertional dypsnea
I.D.A is most common in these folks.
Women
Older adults
People with poor diets
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Malnutritious older women
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Treatment for I.D.A
1. PO Iron supplement with Vit C to ^ absorption.
2. ^ dietary sources of iron.
3. Iron Dextran injection (IM or IV)- if severe I.D.A
Guidelines for IM Injection of Dextran
1. Must use Z-track method.
2. Use dorsal gluteal site
3. Aspirate
4. Do Not massage skin
Dietary sources of Iron
Leafy Green Veggies
Organ meat
Red meat
Egg Yolk
Kidney Beans
Raisins
Adequate supply of iron is ___ to ___ mg/day
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BCTC Iron Deficiency Anemia
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Questions Regarding Iron Deficiency
Updated
2010-10-29T17:25:57Z
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