When the Bone Marrow Temporarily Ceases to Produce Cells in a Sickle

question 15

Multiple Choice

When the bone marrow temporarily ceases to produce cells in a sickle cell patient, a(n) _________ crisis has occurred.

• A)aplastic
• B)hemolytic
• C)vaso-occlusive
• D)cardiac

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Definitions:

Blood Calcium

refers to the level of calcium in the blood, essential for bone health, muscle function, and nerve signaling.

mEq/L

Milliequivalents per liter, a unit of measurement in chemistry and medicine indicating the concentration of ions in a solution.

Sodium Blood Level

The concentration of sodium in the blood, essential for maintaining blood pressure and proper functioning of muscles and nerves.

mEq/L

Milliequivalents per liter, a unit of concentration used in chemistry and medicine to express the amount of a substance in a liquid.