ATI RN
ATI Capstone Week 13 Exam Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A nurse is creating a plan of care for a child who has sickle cell anemia. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Position extremities extended. In sickle cell anemia, blood flow can become obstructed, leading to pain and tissue damage. Positioning extremities extended helps promote optimal blood flow and reduces the risk of vaso-occlusive crises. Administering meperidine (choice
A) is not recommended due to the risk of normeperidine toxicity. Applying cold compresses (choice
B) can exacerbate vasoconstriction. Discouraging high fluid intake (choice
D) is incorrect as hydration is essential to prevent sickling of red blood cells.
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