NCLEX-RN
Basic Adult Health Care NCLEX Questions Questions
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The nurse should instruct a young female adult with sickle cell anemia to do which of the following? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
Rationale: Sickle cell anemia requires preventive measures to avoid crises. Drinking fluids in hot weather prevents dehydration, a trigger for sickling. Avoiding high-altitude cities reduces hypoxia risk, another trigger. Pregnancy increases the risk of crises due to increased metabolic demands. The statement about being homozygous for HbS is incorrect, as it indicates sickle cell disease, not the trait. Flying on commercial airlines is generally safe if the client is stable.
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