Recognizing and managing anemia.
Anemia is not an uncommon problem. Knowledge of a few common laboratory tests can be helpful when caring for patients with anemia. By reviewing approaches to classifying, evaluating, and managing patients with common anemias, nurses will be prepared to care for patients with an anemia more confidently.
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Oncology Nursing Society, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
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D000740:Anemia / Q000097:blood / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking / Q000379:methods; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010808:Physical Examination / Q000379:methods; D012307:Risk Factors