The school nurse will educate teachers of children with a diagnosis of sickle cell anemia that when these children have a deterioration in school performance or a severe headache, this can be followed by which of the following problems?
a. cerebral vascular accident (CVA) c. loss of consciousness
b. petit mal seizure d. migraine or cluster headaches
A
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A Correct. Another commonly occurring manifestation in children is a cerebral vascular accident (CVA). These CVAs typically occur without warning, but may be preceded by severe headaches or deterioration in school performance.
B Incorrect. Educating teachers about sickle cell anemia, the school nurse will not teach them to observe for petit mal seizure.
C Incorrect. Educating teachers about sickle cell anemia, the school nurse will not teach them to observe for loss of consciousness.
D Incorrect. Educating teachers about sickle cell anemia, the school nurse will not teach them to observe for migraine or cluster headaches.
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