WorksheetsIron-Deficiency Anemia
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is a common cause of iron-deficiency anemia?
Insufficient dietary intake of iron.
Chronic dehydration leading to low blood volume.
Excessive consumption of vitamin C.
Genetic predisposition to high iron levels.
What are the primary symptoms of night blindness?
Increased sensitivity to bright lights.
Blurred vision during the day.
Frequent headaches at night.
Difficulty seeing in low light or darkness.
Name a dietary source rich in iron.
Spinach
Milk
Rice
Beef
How does the body absorb iron from food?
The body absorbs iron from food mainly in the small intestine
Iron is absorbed primarily in the stomach.
The body absorbs iron only through supplements.
Non-heme iron is absorbed more efficiently than heme iron.
What is the role of hemoglobin in anemia?
Hemoglobin's role in anemia is that its deficiency leads to reduced oxygen transport in the body.
Hemoglobin increases red blood cell production in anemia.
Hemoglobin helps in the digestion of food during anemia.
Hemoglobin's role is to store carbon dioxide in the lungs.
How can night blindness be treated?
Avoid eating carrots and leafy greens
Increase screen time to improve vision
Use sunglasses during the day
Treat underlying causes, such as vitamin A deficiency
Which population groups are at higher risk for night blindness?
Individuals with a balanced diet rich in vitamin A
Athletes with high physical activity
Elderly individuals without vision problems
People with vitamin A deficiency
How does the absorption of iron differ between heme and non-heme sources?
Non-heme iron is absorbed more efficiently than heme iron.
Heme iron is absorbed more efficiently than non-heme iron.
Heme iron is only found in plant sources.
Non-heme iron is exclusively found in animal sources.
What is the recommended daily allowance of iron for Pregnant Women
27 mg/day
18 mg/day
8 mg/day
9–10 mg/day
Which dietary sources are rich in iron?
Dairy products
Fruits
Nuts
Red meat
