case study2
A 14-year-old presents to the clinic with fatigue and complaints of getting really tired on her
runs. She is a runner and is on the school cross country and track team. She has been previously
healthy and is a vegetarian. Her last menstrual period was 2 weeks prior to the visit. She states
that her menses are every 4 weeks and reports that they are heavy and last for 5 to 7 days.
Hannah’s Hgb is 10.1 and her Hct is 31.2%. Her ferritin is 14.
Questions
A. What is the plan of care for Hannah?
B. What education should she receive regarding her medication and lifestyle.
C. Discuss normal ranges for Hgb, Hct and iron panel for teenage girl.
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