You are reading the Physician's notes on your patient when you notice that the Dr. wrote that the patient has a Hallux Valgus deformity. What is this describing?

A. A positive pressure room helps prevent outside air (and potential pathogens) from entering the room, providing a safer environment for neutropenic patients.
B. Visitors can introduce infections, so it’s wise to restrict them, especially those who are ill or have been exposed to infectious diseases.
C. Negative pressure rooms are used for patients with airborne infections (like tuberculosis) to prevent pathogens from escaping the room. Neutropenic patients require a protected environment, not one that allows outside air to flow in.
D. Live plants and unwashed fruits can harbor bacteria and fungi that pose a risk to neutropenic patients, who have compromised immune systems.
E. Hand hygiene is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of infections. Everyone entering the room should wash their hands to minimize the risk of introducing pathogens.

A. Chronic blood loss is one of the most common causes of iron deficiency anemia. Conditions such as gastrointestinal bleeding (e.g., from ulcers, polyps, or cancer), heavy menstrual periods, or chronic blood donation can lead to a gradual loss of iron, resulting in anemia.
B. While liver problems can lead to various blood disorders, they are not a direct cause of iron deficiency anemia. Liver disease can affect iron metabolism and storage but does not typically cause iron deficiency unless accompanied by chronic blood loss or malnutrition.
C. Decreased folic acid absorption leads to folate deficiency anemia, not iron deficiency anemia. While folate is important for red blood cell production, it does not directly influence iron levels. This option is not a common cause of iron deficiency anemia.
D. Low dietary intake of iron is a well-known cause of iron deficiency anemia. Diets lacking in iron-rich foods (such as red meat, beans, and fortified cereals) can lead to insufficient iron stores and subsequent anemia.