The nurse creates the plan of care for the patient with crescent-shaped hemoglobin who presented with severe joint pain and stiffness with priority given to which type intervention?

Fluid status. The patient is in sickle cell crisis. Hydration and maintaining the proper fluid status is the priority of care for this patient; without adequate hydration, pain control will be ineffective. Rest, oxygenation, and pain management are all important aspects of the care plan for the patient with sickle cell anemia, but they are lower priorities.

The nurse creates the plan of care for the patient with crescent-...

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Topics: Communication & Documentation Fluid and Electrolytes Hematology/Oncology Nursing Interventions

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