What are two risk factors for hyperlipidemia?

Choose 2 answers.

A. Low urine output is typically a sign of fluid volume deficit or impaired kidney function, not fluid volume excess.

B. Ascites is the accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity, which is a sign of fluid volume excess, often seen in conditions like liver cirrhosis.

C. Weight loss is usually associated with fluid volume deficit, not excess.

D. Poor skin turgor is an indicator of dehydration or fluid volume deficit, not excess.

A. Iron is a critical component of hemoglobin, the molecule in red blood cells (RBCs) that carries oxygen. Without sufficient iron, the body cannot produce enough healthy RBCs, leading to anemia.

B. Fiber is important for digestive health but does not play a role in red blood cell synthesis.

C. Magnesium is involved in many biochemical processes but is not directly required for RBC synthesis.

D. Calcium is important for bone health and various cellular functions, but it is not directly involved in red blood cell production.

E. Folic acid (vitamin B9) is essential for DNA synthesis and cell division, both of which are crucial for the production of red blood cells in the bone marrow.

F. Potassium is vital for maintaining cellular function, especially in muscles and nerves, but it is not required for RBC synthesis.