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What dietary sources are recommended for managing iron deficiency anemia according to the chapter?
Recommended dietary sources for managing iron deficiency anemia include red meat, organ meat, egg yolks, kidney beans, leafy green vegetables, and raisins.
Key points
- Red meat is a rich source of iron.
- Organ meats also provide significant iron content.
- Egg yolks are beneficial for iron intake.
- Kidney beans are a good plant-based iron source.
- Leafy green vegetables contribute to iron levels.
- Raisins can be included for iron-rich snacks.
Source:Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care· Concepts of Care for Patients With Malnutrition: Undernutrition and Obesity· p. 2283–2293
Medical-Surgical Nursing: Concepts for Interprofessional Collaborative Care
Ignatavicius, Donna D. & Workman, M. Linda & Rebar, Cherie R. & Heimgartner, Nicole M.
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