Table 2 Practice of vaso-occlusive crisis Prevention Methods
METHODS OF PREVENTING SC CRISIS | FREQUENCY (n = 415) | PERCENTAGE (%) |
|---|---|---|
Giving Plenty Fluids | ||
Yes | 321 | 77.3 |
No | 94 | 22.7 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Giving Balance diet | ||
Yes | 305 | 73.5 |
No | 110 | 26.5 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Ensure Sleeping Under ITN | ||
Yes | 275 | 66.3 |
No | 140 | 33.7 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Giving Prophylactic Drugs | ||
Yes | 223 | 53.7 |
No | 192 | 46.3 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Dressed in Warm Clothing | ||
Yes | 269 | 64.8 |
No | 146 | 35.2 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Restriction from Strenuous Activity | ||
Yes | 189 | 45.5 |
No | 226 | 54.5 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Keep Clinic Appointments | ||
Yes | 177 | 42.7 |
No | 238 | 57.3 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |
Sought Spiritual Means | ||
Yes | 12 | 2.9 |
No | 403 | 97.1 |
Total | 415 | 100.0 |