Sickle Cell Disease and Trait- Identify the cause of sickle cell trait. Differentiate sickle cell trait from sickle cell disease. Identify the cause and inheritance pattern of sickle cell trait. Distinguish when it is appropriate to refer a patient to a pediatric hematologist. Compare appropriate management options to reduce morbidity and mortality when treating children with sickle cell disease. Indicate one of the more important reasons for early screening. Identify symptoms of sickle cell disease. Provide two of the seven major health complications of sickle cell disease. Provide one of the four rare complications that can occur in an individual with sickle cell trait. Specify the importance of a patient remembering his or her sickle cell trait status. Specify one of the five guidelines for genetic counseling about sickle cell disease and sickle cell trait.
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