Which of the following statements regarding anemia in hospitalized patients is MOST correct?
A. A low serum iron, normal or low serum ferritin, and normal or high total iron-binding capacity are associated with iron-deficiency anemia Correct Choice
B. Blood draws for diagnostic studies is an infrequent cause of anemia in hospitalized patients Wrong Choice!
C. Microcytic anemia is commonly associated with acute blood loss Wrong Choice!
D. The reticulocyte percentage can be artificially decreased in severe anemia Wrong Choice!
Answer:A
Which of the following statements regarding anemia in hospitalized patients is MOST correct?
A. A low serum iron, normal or low serum ferritin, and normal or high total iron-binding capacity are associated with iron-deficiency anemia Correct Choice B. Blood draws for diagnostic studies is an infrequent cause of anemia in hospitalized patients Wrong Choice! C. Microcytic anemia is commonly associated with acute blood loss Wrong Choice! D. The reticulocyte percentage can be artificially decreased in severe anemia Wrong Choice!