A client with extreme fatigue is being interviewed by the nurse. The client reports a sore tongue and frequent bouts of diarrhea. The nurse should suspect that the client is experiencing:
1. Folic acid deficiency.
2. Lymphedema.
3. A lack of iron in the diet.
4. Pernicious anemia.
Answer: 4
1. Folic acid is found in green, leafy vegetables, and is linked to birth defects.
2. Lymphedema is characterized by swelling in the lymphatic system and nodes.
3. A lack of iron in the diet causes iron deficiency anemia. Pallor and fatigue are the hallmarks of this deficiency.
4. Pernicious anemia is a deficiency of vitamin B12.
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