The nurse is preparing to administer some iron drops to a toddler. Which factor can increase iron absorption? (Select all that apply.)
a. Vitamin A
b. Acidity (low pH)
c. Phosphates (milk)
d. Malabsorptive disorders
e. Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
ANS: A, B, E
Factors that increase iron absorption are vitamin A, acidity (low pH), and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). Phosphates (milk) and malabsorptive disorders decrease absorption of iron.
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