What Are the Nursing Priorities for a Child with Sickle

question 19

Multiple Choice

What are the nursing priorities for a child with sickle cell disease in vaso-occlusive crisis?

• A) Administration of antibiotics and nebulizer treatments
• B) Hydration and pain management
• C) Blood transfusions and an increased calorie diet
• D) School work and diversion

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Definitions:

Pivoting

The action of rotating around a single point or axis, often used to describe movements in sports, dance, or mechanics.

Thoracic Cage

The bony framework of the chest, consisting of the ribs, sternum, and part of the spinal column, protecting vital organs and supporting respiration.

Axial Skeleton

The segment of the skeletal system that is made up of the head and trunk bones, encompassing the skull, spine, ribs, and sternum.

Vertebral Column

A series of connected bones called vertebrae that form the backbone, providing support and protecting the spinal cord.