The nurse provides care to a client who is admitted for a sickle cell disease (SCD) crisis. Which of the following is the priority prescription for the nurse to Implement when providing patient care?

Administering a bolus (250 ml) of Normal saline intravenous fluid

Administering oxygen

Administering pain medication

Administering antipyretics

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

A.   While hydration is important to help with blood flow, pain management takes precedence during an SCD crisis.
B.   Oxygen may be necessary in certain cases but is not the priority in the acute pain crisis, where pain control is the primary concern.
C.   Pain management is the priority in sickle cell disease (SCD) crisis, as it helps alleviate the intense pain associated with vaso-occlusive events.
D.   Antipyretics are not the priority unless the child has a fever. Pain relief is more urgent during a crisis.

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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Avoiding oral feedings may not be necessary unless there are specific complications. The focus should be on preventing aspiration, but not necessarily withholding feedings.
B. Direct pressure should not be applied to the surgical site unless directed by a provider, as this could cause further complications.
C. Frequent diaper changes and keeping the incision site clean and dry is essential to prevent infection and protect the surgical site.
D. The infant should be positioned according to the provider's orders to avoid pressure on the surgical site and spinal cord, but lying flat may not always be necessary.

A. Infection B. Drug side effects C. Brain tumor D. Central nervous system (CNS) disease

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Pain management is important, but the priority after surgery is to monitor vital signs and assess for complications like shunt malfunction.
B. Teaching is important but not the priority immediately post-surgery. The priority is to monitor for complications in the immediate postoperative period.
C. Fluid intake is important but not the primary concern immediately after surgery. The focus should be on monitoring for complications and managing pain.
D. After a VP shunt procedure, monitoring for complications such as infection or shunt malfunction is critical. Vital signs should be assessed regularly to detect signs of these complications.

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