Hematology/Haematology - Anemia/Anaemia: Folate and B12 Deficiency

Nutrition Care Process (Toolkits)

Last Updated: 2020-09-15 Target Group: All Adults, All children(0-12 yr.), Youth(13-17 yr.)

Sample PES or PESS/PASS statements (problem, etiology/aetiology, signs and symptoms) using some NCP terminology

These statements are provided as examples only, and will not apply to all individuals:

Inadequate vitamin B12 intake related to following strict vegan diet for five years, as evidenced by neurologic symptoms of vitamin B12-deficiency anemia (confusion, tingling of extremities).
Increased nutrient (folate) needs related to medication (anticonvulsant), as evidenced by low serum folate.