Question 9

9.  All of the following are true about sickle cell anemia except?

A.  Sickle Cell Anemia is a chronic hemolytic state with usual hematocrit of 20-30%

B.  There is an increased possibility for infection

C.  Most sickle cell patients in a pain crisis are well hydrated and to not require IV fluids

D.  Analgesia is useful in the Emergency Department management of sickle cell crisis