To optimally treat an adult client with iron deficiency anemia, what daily dose of elemental iron is required?
a. 325 mg c. 1 mg
b. 200 mg d. 100 mg
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: This dose is too high of elemental iron.
B Correct: This is the recommended daily dose.
C Incorrect: This is much too small a dose.
D Incorrect: This is half the recommended dose.
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