Which of the Following Is Characteristic of the Vaso-Occlusive or Painful

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of the vaso-occlusive or painful crisis in a patient with sickle cell anemia?

• A) Severe pain
• B) Tissue damage and necrosis
• C) Regional hypoxia and acidosis
• D) Dehydration or exposure to extreme cold
• E) All of the above

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