The medical nurse is aware that patients with sickle cell anemia benefit from understanding what situations can precipitate a sickle cell crisis
When teaching a patient with sickle cell anemia about strategies to prevent crises, what measures should the nurse recommend?
A) Using prophylactic antibiotics and performing meticulous hygiene
B) Maximizing physical activity and taking OTC iron supplements
C) Limiting psychosocial stress and eating a high-protein diet
D) Avoiding cold temperatures and ensuring sufficient hydration
Ans: D
Feedback:
Keeping warm and providing adequate hydration can be effective in diminishing the occurrence and severity of attacks. Hygiene, antibiotics, and high protein intake do not prevent crises. Maximizing activity may exacerbate pain and be unrealistic.
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