A Patient with Sickle Cell Anemia Is Admitted to the Hospital

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient with sickle cell anemia is admitted to the hospital with a sickle cell crisis. While caring for the patient during the crisis, it is important for the nurse to

• A) limit the patient's intake of oral and IV fluids.
• B) evaluate the effectiveness of opioid analgesics.
• C) encourage the patient to ambulate as much as tolerated.
• D) teach the patient about high-protein, high-calorie foods.

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