The parents of a child recently diagnosed with sickle cell anemia ask what can be done to avoid a sickle cell crisis. What should be included in the medical management of sickle cell crisis?
a. Information for the parents including home care
b. Provisions for adequate hydration and pain management
c. Pain management and administration of iron supplements
d. Adequate oxygenation and factor VIII
ANS: B
Medical management of sickle cell crisis includes palliative analgesics, hydration, and oxygen.
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