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Review Question - QID 213219

Hemochromatosis Treatment First-line QID: 213219 (M2.OMB.19.4871)
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QID 213219 (Type "213219" in App Search)
A 33-year-old man presents to the emergency department with joint pain. He states that it has been steadily worsening and also generally feels weak. The patient does not routinely see a physician and is not currently taking any medications. Review of systems is notable only for increased urination. Laboratory values are ordered as seen below.

Leukocyte count: 6,250/mm^3 with normal differential
Platelet count: 197,900/mm^3

Serum:
Na+: 139 mEq/L
Cl-: 100 mEq/L
K+: 4.3 mEq/L
HCO3-: 25 mEq/L
Glucose: 229 mg/dL
AST: 98 U/L
ALT: 90 U/L

Radiography is performed as seen in Figure A. Which of the following is the best initial treatment for this patient?
  • A
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  • A