Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
A 30-year-old who is experiencing sickle cell crisis is admitted to the hospital. During the admission assessment, which findings can the nurse attribute to the client's blood disorder?
Correct answer
C,E
Rationale
Jaundice results from hemolysis, and pain is due to vaso-occlusion in sickle cell crisis. White tongue, nausea, and shortness of breath are less specific to the disorder.