Case study: Adult with sickle cell disease and chest symptoms. Which provider order should the nurse anticipate as most appropriate next?

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D. chest imaging, oxygen support, and further sickle-cell-specific treatment — The nurse should anticipate chest imaging, oxygen support, and further sickle-cell-specific treatment because it aligns with the priority problem identified in the case.

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A. begin a regular diet immediately

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B. delay intervention until the next routine lab draw

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C. discontinue monitoring once the client feels better