Understanding Common Triggers for Sickle Cell Crisis: Importance of Recognizing Fluid Overload as a Precipitating Factor

the clinic nurse instructs parents of a child with sickle cell anemia about the precipitating factors related to sickle cell crisis. which, if identified by the parents as a precipitating factor, indicates the need for further instruction?a. stressb. traumac. infection d. fluid overload

D. FLUID OVERLOAD

All of the options listed can be precipitating factors for sickle cell crisis, but stress, trauma, and infection are the most common triggers. Therefore, if the parents identify fluid overload as a precipitating factor, it would indicate a need for further instruction because it is not a typical trigger.

Fluid overload can cause complications in individuals with sickle cell anemia, such as pulmonary edema, which can lead to respiratory failure. However, it is not considered a common trigger for sickle cell crisis. Therefore, further education would be needed to ensure that the parents understand the potential risks associated with fluid overload and how to prevent complications.

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