What are signs and symptoms of anemia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pallor
b. Fatigue
c. Dilute urine
d. Bradycardia
e. Muscle weakness
ANS: A, B, E
Signs and symptoms of anemia include, pallor, fatigue, and muscle weakness. Tachycardia, not bradycardia, and dark urine, not dilute, are signs and symptoms of anemia.
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