Anemia

Anemia ( 42 Questions)

A nurse is caring for a client with megaloblastic anemia. Which vitamin deficiency is most likely responsible for this condition?


Correct Answer: B

A) This choice is incorrect because vitamin A deficiency does not cause megaloblastic anemia.

B) This choice is correct because megaloblastic anemia is typically caused by a deficiency of vitamin B12 or folic acid, which are essential for normal red blood cell production.

C) This choice is incorrect because vitamin C deficiency leads to scurvy, a condition unrelated to megaloblastic anemia.

D) This choice is incorrect because vitamin D deficiency can lead to conditions like rickets, but it does not cause megaloblastic anemia.




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