SAQ 636 – Haematology – sickle cell disease with severe abdominal pain

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A 30-year-old woman with known sickle cell anaemia presents with sudden severe abdominal pain.

Observation Result
Heart rate 120 bpm
Blood pressure 100/60 mmHg
Respiratory rate 16 /min
Oxygen saturation 97% room air
Temperature 37.3 degrees C
GCS 15

List four (4) acute severe complications of sickle cell disease that could develop in this presentation.

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List four (4) factors that would influence your decision about blood transfusion.

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List four (4) factors that would influence your decision to use IV morphine for analgesia.

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