ATI RN
ATI Pediatric Exam 3 Questions
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A child who is in a sickle cell crisis
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A nurse is assessing a child who is in a sickle cell crisis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Pain. In a sickle cell crisis, vaso-occlusion occurs, leading to ischemia and severe pain. This pain can be intense and localized, commonly in the joints, bones, or abdomen. Bradycardia (
A) is not a typical finding in a sickle cell crisis. Constipation (
B) is not a common symptom of sickle cell crisis and is more likely associated with other conditions. High fever (
D) is not a characteristic feature of a sickle cell crisis unless there is an underlying infection.
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