Abstract

Anemia in people suffering from Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a major concern of all involved in their management. Understanding the anemia preventive practices among primary caregivers and significant others involved in the care will help reduce the ill effects of the condition as well as reduce mortality.

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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Funmilola Adenike Faremi, MSc (Nsg), BNSc, RN, RM, RPHN; Omowumi Romoke Salau, MSc (Nsg), BNSc, RN, RM, RPHN -- Department of Nursing Science, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria; Victoria Funmilola Akobi, BNSc, RPHN, RM, RN, School of Nursing, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-ife, Nigeria

Sigma Membership

Omicron at-Large

Lead Author Affiliation

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Anemia Management, Primary Caregivers, Sickle Cell Disease

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Preventive management of anemia among caregivers of sickle cell disease patients in a Nigerian hospital

Washington, DC, USA

Anemia in people suffering from Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) is a major concern of all involved in their management. Understanding the anemia preventive practices among primary caregivers and significant others involved in the care will help reduce the ill effects of the condition as well as reduce mortality.