Goal: To increase awareness about initiatives being taken that address iron-deficiency anemia.
Objectives:
Describe various factors in selected populations that contribute to iron-deficiency anemia.
Summarize the findings of a dietary and pharmacological study of patients on hemodialysis.
Outline the importance of nephrology nurses and staff on iron management in patients on hemodialysis.
Note: The author reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing education article.
Note: This article is supported by a financial grant from Watson Pharma, Inc. This article has undergone peer review. The information in this article does not necessarily reflect the opinions of ANNA or the sponsor.
