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Concept Map: Iron Deficiency Anemia Medical Diagnosis/Pathophysiology: -Iron deficiency anemia develops when the body stores of iron drop too low to support normal red blood cells production. The body stores of iron decreases as do the stores of transferrin which binds and transports iron. Which leads to the depletion of red blood cells resulting in decreased hemoglobin and oxygen carrying capacity. Signs and Symptoms: -Extreme fatigue, weakness, pale skin, chest pain, shortness of breath, headache, cold hands and feet, inflammation/soreness of tongue, brittle nails, bruises, petechiae. Nursing Diagnosis: -Fatigue related to decreased hemoglobin and decreased oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Goals: -Reduced risk of infection as evidenced by an absence of fever, normal white blood cell count, and implementation of preventive measures such as proper hand washing, Reduced risk for bleeding, as evidenced by normal or adequate platelet levels and absence of bruises and petechiae. Nursing Interventions: -Administer medications as ordered, Reduce fatigue by frequent rest periods and activity daily schedule, Diagnostic Tests & Labs: -CBC,Iron, Ferritin measure, Reticulocyte count, Peripheral smear Evaluation: -Patient will verbalize the use of energy conservation principles, Reduction of fatigue, as evidenced by reports of increased energy and ability to perform desired activities. Complications: -Depression, Heart problems, Increased infection, Motor/Cognitive development delays ( in children), Pregnancy complications. Medications: -Ferrous sulfate // Ferrous sulfate is a type of iron. You normally get iron from the foods you eat. In your body, iron becomes a part of your hemoglobin and myoglobin. Hemoglobin carries oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs. Myoglobin helps your muscle cells store oxygen....