Stratford University Type of Anemia Causing Fatigue Numbness and Tingling Case Study

Question 1

Not yet answered

Points out of 3.00

Flag question

Question text

Please respond to the questions following the brief scenario about problems related to Red Blood Cells. You must provide references/citations for your answer.

An 84-year-old widow comes to the clinic complaining of fatigue, numbness, and tingling in his hands & feet and noticed some problems with his gait. He is worried that she may have had a stroke. The widow has complained of “aching joints” and takes an over the counter pain medication (NSAID – nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drug) four times a day.

He lives alone and the family lives 6 hours away and only visits every few months. The widow has difficulty making meals and stated since his spouse died that his appetite is poor. Her meals usually consist of toast and tea for breakfast, 1/2 sandwich for lunch, and frozen dinners.

Upon exam, the doctor suspects the patient may be anemic.

1. What type of anemia causes fatigue, numbness, and tingling sensation in hands and feet with unsteady gait?

2. What other information would you like to ask the client regarding diet?

3. Provide the rationale and citation for your answers.

Question 2

Not yet answered

Points out of 3.00

Flag question

Question text

What Anemia type(s) are possible for this client and why? Provide the rationale and citation for your information.

Question 3

Not yet answered

Points out of 3.00

Flag question

Question text

Which lab tests would be completed to determine the correct anemia diagnosis for the widow. Specify what each lab test helps identify and why it would be performed.

(For example, in WBC disorders, the differential would reveal the percentages of each of the different WBC’s to help to differentiate the cause) References must be included.