NCLEX CRUSADE ACADEMY TEST - 15 IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA

1. A nurse is assessing a patient with suspected iron deficiency anemi. Which laboratory finding is most consistent with this condition? A. Hemoglobin greater than 14 g/dL. Hemoglobin less than 10 g/dL. Platelet count greater than 400,000. Elevated calcium level.

2. Which red blood cell characteristic is typically observed in iron deficiency anemia?. Macrocytic and hyperchromic. Normocytic and normochromic. Microcytic and hypochromic. Spherocytic and hyperchromic.

3. Which symptom would the nurse most likely observe in a patient with systemic oxygen deprivation due to anemia?. Hypertension. Skin pallor. Hyperthermia. Polyuria.

4. A patient with iron deficiency anemia reports craving ice and eating non food substances. How should the nurse document this finding?. Polyphagia. Dysphagia. Pica. Hyperemesis.

5. Which medication is commonly prescribed as firstIline therapy for iron deficiency anemia?. Oral ferrous sulfate. Vitamin K. Cyanocobalamin. Erythropoietin.

6. When administering oral iron supplements, which action improves absorption?. Administer with antacids. Give with vitamin C or fruit juice. Administer with milk. Give with calcium supplements.

7. Which instruction should the nurse provide regarding oral iron supplementation?. Take with antacids. Take between meals. Take with dairy products. Take immediately before sleep.

8. Which side effect should the nurse teach patients to expect when taking iron supplements?. Bright red urine. Dark stools. Yellow skin. Blurred vision.

9. A nurse is administering liquid iron. Which teaching is most appropriate?. Use a straw when drinking the medication. Mix with milk. Take with antacids. Brush teeth immediately before administration.

10. Which technique should be used when administering intramuscular iron dextran?. Air Iock method. Z track technique. Subcutaneous injection. Slow IV push.

11. Which food choice indicates that the patient understands teaching about iron rich foods?. White bread and butter. Organ meats and legumes. Soda and chips. Ice cream and milk.

12. Which group of foods contains significant iron sources?. Citrus fruits and yogurt. Organ meats, beans, and whole grains. White rice and sugar. Processed snacks.

13. Which clinical sign is associated with iron deficiency anemia?. Brittle nails. Jaundice. Cyanosis. Petechiae.

14. Which nursing intervention is appropriate for a patient with severe fatigue due to anemia?. Encourage strenuous exercise. Provide frequent rest periods. Limit sleep. Restrict fluids.

15. Which safety precaution is important for patients with severe anemia?. Increase caffeine intake. Encourage rapid position changes. Implement fall precautions. Restrict movement completely.

16. A patient with anemia reports dizziness and chest pain during activity. What should the nurse instruct the patient to do immediately?. Continue activity slowly. Drink water. Stop all activity. Take an antacid.

17. Which nursing assessment finding suggests vitamin B12 deficiency?. Neurological symptoms such as paresthesia. Increased appetite. Excessive sweating. Hyperactivity.

18. Which treatment is commonly used for pernicious anemia?. Oral vitamin C. Intramuscular cyanocobalamin. Oral calcium. Insulin therapy.

19. Which foods are good dietary sources of vitamin B12?. Organ meats, eggs, and dairy. White rice and sugar. Apples and bananas. Lettuce and cucumber.

20. Which foods are recommended for folic acid deficiency?. Dark green leafy vegetables. Candy and soda. Butter and oil. White pasta.