Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134395326
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 10, Problem 29CT
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Case summary:

In the given case, a woman complains of fatigue, chills along with shortness of breath. Her blood test reports show anemia and a bleeding ulcer.

Characters in the case:

A woman who is suffering from anemia.

Adequate information:

Woman has a bleeding ulcer, which is leading to loss of blood and, thus, anemia.

To determine:

The type of anemia the patient is suffering from a bleeding ulcer.

Given information:

A woman shows symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath, and chills along with shortness of breath. Her blood test reports show anemia and a bleeding ulcer.

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