The manifestation the nurse would question the client about that is characteristically associated with anemia is
a. fatigue.
b. pruritus.
c. rash.
d. ruddy skin color.
A
Fatigue is one of the most common manifestations of anemia. Other frequent complaints include paleness, weakness, bleeding disorders with petechiae, epistaxis, and bleeding gums, or recurrent infections and fever. A rash or pruritus could indicate an allergic manifestation.
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