Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
The student nurse asks the nurse, 'What is sickle cell anemia?' Which statement by the nurse would be the best answer to the studentÔÇÖs question?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Sickle cell anemia causes RBCs to sickle under low oxygen, thickening blood (D). Written material (A) avoids teaching, clotting (B) is incorrect (SCD causes occlusion), and synovial fluid (C) is unrelated.