A person with a low iron count does not understand why shortness of breath and fatigue are occurring. What should be explained to this person about the role of iron in oxygenation?

A) Iron clears the lungs of foreign particles and debris
B) Iron carries oxygen through the blood to the tissues
C) Iron prevents the alveoli in the lungs from collapsing
D) Iron removes carbon dioxide from the blood


B

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