Free PN NCLEX Practice Questions Practice Question
Scenario/Extract:
The incidence of Sickle Cell Anemia is higher among black American babies.
The symptoms of sickle cell anemia are not evident until later during infancy because
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: High levels of fetal hemoglobin prevent sickling of red blood cells. The newborn has from 44% to 89% fetal hemoglobin, but this rapidly decreases during the first year, making symptoms evident later.
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