A Couple Who Both Carry the Sickle Cell Trait Have

question 182

Multiple Choice

A couple who both carry the sickle cell trait have brought their 6-month-old daughter in for screening.Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

• A)"We generally don't test for things unless there is a symptom; has the child had bloody stools?"
• B)"The baby will need to stay in the hospital overnight since a series of tests should be done."
• C)"I'm sure you must be anxious about this.Is there anything I can do for you right now?"
• D)"Sickle cell testing is not accurate until the baby is over 1 year old."