What Is the Rationale for Providing Warm Compresses and Blankets

question 43

Multiple Choice

What is the rationale for providing warm compresses and blankets for a patient with sickle cell crisis?

• A)Sickle cell crisis causes shivering and discomfort.
• B)Heat prevents vasoconstriction and impaired circulation.
• C)Heat helps prevent the cells from becoming sickled.
• D)Heat speeds production of new healthy red blood cells.

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