When the blood test returned from Betty Arnold’s preemployment physical, the results indicated anaemia. “No wonder I feel so exhausted all the time,” she said. “I thought my fatigue was from taking...

When the blood test returned from Betty Arnold’s preemployment physical, the results indicated anaemia. “No wonder I feel so exhausted all the time,” she said. “I thought my fatigue was from taking care of my five children, my home, and my aging parents.” When she saw her primary health care provider, she was diagnosed with iron deficiency anaemia and prescribed ferrous sulphate (Feosol) 160 mg sustained release tablets daily.

1. As the nurse, you will provide teaching for this patient about dietary sources of iron. Create a list of foods high in iron.

2. What adverse effects should Betty watch for while taking Feosol?

3. Is there a best time of the day to take this medication? Why?