A child has mild anemia. Parents learn to assess for signs of worsening anemia, including which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Decreased activity
B.
Irritability
C.
Listlessness
D.
Pale skin
E.
Rapid heart rate
ANS: A, B, C, E
Signs of moderate anemia include decreased activity, irritability or listlessness, tachycardia, systolic heart murmur, irritability, fatigue, delayed motor development, hepatomegaly, and congestive heart failure. Pale skin can be seen in both mild and moderate anemia.
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