Anemia

Overview

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Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

9

Expiration Date

28 Feb 2026

Last Reviewed

1 Mar 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Anemia is a reduction in hemoglobin (Hb) or hematocrit (HCT) or RBC count. It is a presentation of an underlying condition and can be subdivided into macrocytic, microcytic, or normocytic. Patients with anemia typically present with vague symptoms such as lethargy, weakness, and tiredness. Severe anemia may present with syncope, shortness of breath, and reduced exercise tolerance. This activity outlines the evaluation and treatment of anemia and explains the role of the interprofessional team in managing patients with this condition.

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Summarize the etiology of anemia.
  • Describe the pathophysiology of anemia.
  • Outline the use of dietary supplements in the treatment of anemia.
  • Explain the importance of collaboration and communication among the interprofessional team to improve outcomes for patients affected by anemia.

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Continuing Education Accreditation Information


This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, and StatPearls, LLC. The Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University designates this activity for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This activity is reported to the following Maintenance of Certification (MOC) boards:
American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Nephrology
  • Hematology
  • Rheumatology
American Board of Pathology
  • Cytopathology
  • Hematology (Blood, BM)
  • Hematopathology (LN, Spleen)
  • Hemostasis & Thrombosis/Coagulation
  • Renal/Medical Renal
American Board of Pediatrics
  • Adolescent Medicine
  • General Pediatrics
  • Pediatric Nephrology
  • Pediatric Rheumatology

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The contributors and editors of StatPearls have attested that all associated media (images and video) have been legally cleared for use with this activity.  All copyrights are reserved.

  • Name: 'Aplastic Anemia.jpg' Attribution: Contributed by Ruozhi Xiao
  • Name: 'MacrocyticAnemia.jpg' Attribution: Contributed by Ruozhi Xiao via SlideShare, “Anemia Overview,”
  • Name: 'irondeficiency.png' Attribution: Image courtesy S Bhimji MD
  • Name: 'sideroblasts.png' Attribution: Image courtesy S Bhimji MD
  • Name: 'pure red cell aplasia.png' Attribution: Image courtesy S Bhimji MD

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