Multiple choice

Which of the following is a recommended action to take before donating blood?

  1. Avoid drinking water or fluid

  2. Drink some coffee

  3. Skip the meal before

  4. Eat iron-rich foods
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Eating iron-rich foods (such as red meat, spinach, or fortified cereals) before donating blood helps maintain healthy hemoglobin levels, reducing the risk of being deferred due to low iron or feeling fatigued after donation. Skipping meals or avoiding fluids can lead to dizziness and fainting.

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