Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 83%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 14-year-old male client with sickle cell anemia.The nurses reviewing triggers of sickle cell crisis with a 14-year-old male client with sickle cell anemia. Which statement by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,B,D,E
Rationale
Correct Answer: A, B, D, E
Rationale:
A: Washing hands frequently helps prevent infections, reducing the risk of triggering a sickle cell crisis.
B: Cold weather can cause vasoconstriction, leading to sickling of red blood cells and triggering a crisis.
D: Staying hydrated is important to prevent dehydration, a common trigger for sickle cell crisis, especially during sports.
E: Medication adherence is crucial in managing sickle cell anemia to prevent complications and crises.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
C: Restricting fluids during illness can lead to dehydration, which is a trigger for sickle cell crisis.
F: No information provided.
G: No information provided.
Rationale:
A: Washing hands frequently helps prevent infections, reducing the risk of triggering a sickle cell crisis.
B: Cold weather can cause vasoconstriction, leading to sickling of red blood cells and triggering a crisis.
D: Staying hydrated is important to prevent dehydration, a common trigger for sickle cell crisis, especially during sports.
E: Medication adherence is crucial in managing sickle cell anemia to prevent complications and crises.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
C: Restricting fluids during illness can lead to dehydration, which is a trigger for sickle cell crisis.
F: No information provided.
G: No information provided.