Hematology

Question 1

Sickle cells disease is a hereditary disorder in which the______ is partly or completely replaced by a sickle shaped hemoglobin. there is a reduced____ carrying capability now.

Answer 1

hemoglobin

oxygen

Question 2

clinical manifestations of sicle cell disease?

Answer 2

• PAIN in the area of involvement
• anorexia
• exercise intolerance

Question 3

if you have anyone in a sickle cell crisis, treatment would include:

Answer 3

• Bed rest
• hydration
• pain killers
• antibiotics
• possible blood transfusion
• oxygen

Question 4

what is the #1 thing that will stop the sickling process?

Answer 4

Hydration