Which parental statements regarding precipitating factors for sickle-cell disease indicate correct understanding of the discharge information presented by the nurse? Select all that apply.
A) "My child should avoid regular exercise."
B) "We should provide acetaminophen or ibuprofen to treat fever."
C) "Our child needs to drink lots of fluid to avoid dehydration when playing sports."
D) "High altitudes can cause exacerbation and should be avoided."
E) "Fluid restriction is necessary to avoid exacerbations from occurring."

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Regular exercise is actually recommended for individuals with sickle-cell disease to prevent complications, so choice A is incorrect. Acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help manage pain and fever, making choices B correct. Drinking plenty of fluids is also important to prevent dehydration, so choice C is correct. High altitudes can cause complications, so choice D is correct. Fluid restriction is not necessary and may actually contribute to dehydration, so choice E is incorrect.

Which Parental Statements Regarding Precipitating Factors for Sickle-Cell Disease Indicate