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A client was diagnosed with pernicious anemia due to poor food intakes. What food groups is she likely lacking?

a. Vegetables and Grains
b. Fruits and Protein
c. Grains& Fruit
d. Protein & Dairy

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User MrShoot
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Answer:B

Explanation: Pernicious anemia is a condition caused by too little vitamin B12 in the body. It is one form of vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Vitamin B12 helps the body make healthy red blood cells and helps keep nerve cells healthy. ... The most common cause of pernicious anemia is the loss of stomach cells that make intrinsic factor.

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