Which of the following factors may predispose the elderly to anemia?
I. Replacement of red bone marrow in long bones with fatty marrow
II. GI atrophy
III. GI bleeding
Iv. Insufficient income to purchase nutritious food
A) I and III only
B) I, II, III, and IV
C) I, II, and III only
D) II and III only

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All listed factors can predispose the elderly to anemia: I. Replacement of red bone marrow with fatty marrow reduces the body's ability to produce new blood cells. II. GI atrophy can lead to malabsorption of essential nutrients necessary for blood formation. III. GI bleeding can cause loss of blood. IV. Insufficient income to purchase nutritious food can lead to dietary deficiencies that contribute to anemia.

Which of the Following Factors May Predispose the Elderly to Anemia