T.J. is a 14-year-old female who just immigrated to the United States from Guatemala. T.J. is emaciated, pale, and complains of shortness of breath. T.J.'s nutritional status is poor, as her diet had consisted primarily of rice and corn
Microscopic examination of T.J.'s blood indicated that she is severely anemic.
What type of anemia would T.J. most likely have?
What is the best treatment for this anemia?
Answer:
Iron-deficiency anemia. Iron-rich diet and/or iron supplements.
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