#1
Which of the following is a common symptom of anemia?
Weight gain
Pale skin
Increased energy levels
Hypertension
#2
What is the primary cause of iron-deficiency anemia?
Excessive intake of iron-rich foods
Genetic factors
Blood loss
Consumption of vitamin C
#3
Which laboratory test is commonly used to diagnose anemia?
Serum cholesterol level
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) level
Complete blood count (CBC)
#4
Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a patient with anemia?
Administering high-dose aspirin
Encouraging isometric exercises
Encouraging iron-rich foods with milk
Applying warm compress to the affected area
#5
What is the primary function of red blood cells?
Transporting oxygen to body tissues
Producing antibodies
Initiating blood clotting
Regulating blood pressure
#6
Which type of anemia is characterized by the destruction of red blood cells faster than they can be made?
Aplastic anemia
Hemolytic anemia
Pernicious anemia
Sickle cell anemia
#7
What is the treatment for pernicious anemia?
Iron supplements
Blood transfusion
Vitamin B12 injections
Folic acid supplements
#8
What is the most common type of anemia worldwide?
Iron-deficiency anemia
Aplastic anemia
Sickle cell anemia
Pernicious anemia
#9
Which population group is most at risk for developing iron-deficiency anemia?
Adult males
Postmenopausal women
Adolescent females
Elderly individuals
#10
Which of the following conditions is NOT associated with anemia?
Chronic kidney disease
Hypothyroidism
Leukopenia
Rheumatoid arthritis
#11
Which of the following is NOT a nursing intervention for managing anemia?
Administering iron supplements as prescribed
Encouraging a diet rich in vitamin C
Assisting with bone marrow biopsy
Monitoring vital signs regularly
#12
What is the hallmark sign of sickle cell anemia?
Jaundice
Vaso-occlusive crisis
Petechiae
Bradycardia
#13
What dietary recommendation is important for a patient with pernicious anemia?
High-protein diet
Low-sodium diet
Vitamin B12-rich foods
Low-fat diet
#14
Which of the following is a characteristic of aplastic anemia?
Increased production of red blood cells
Presence of abnormal hemoglobin
Bone marrow failure
Autoimmune destruction of red blood cells
#15
What is the primary symptom of thalassemia?
Joint pain
Fatigue
Chest pain
Frequent infections