To determine if the client has a risk factor related to iron deficiency anemia, the nurse could ask, "Has the client had a
A) blood transfusion recently?"
B) cardiac catheterization?"
C) operation involving the stomach?"
D) pregnancy terminated within the past 6 months?"

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Malabsorption of iron may result from alterations in the mucosa of the duodenum and proximal jejunum, gastrectomy, or removal of the proximal small bowel, resulting in iron deficiency anemia.

To Determine If the Client Has a Risk Factor Related