Which is the priority teaching point for the nurse to include in the discharge instructions for the parents of a child who was admitted in a sickle-cell crisis?
1. Rapid weaning of pain medications
2. A diet high in protein
3. Adequate hydration
4. Restriction of activities
3
Explanation:
1. Rapid weaning is not necessary; reduction of pain medication should proceed at a rate dictated by the child's pain.
2. A high-protein diet is not necessary; a well-balanced diet should be promoted.
3. Adequate hydration will help prevent further sequestration and crisis.
4. Normal activities are not restricted.
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