A school-age child is admitted in vasoocclusive sickle cell crisis (pain episode). The child's care should include which of the following?
a. Hydration, pain management
b. Oxygenation, factor VIII replacement
c. Electrolyte replacement, administration of heparin
d. Correction of alkalosis and reduction of energy expenditure
Answer: a. Hydration, pain management
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