A patient with a history of sickle cell disease has a total bilirubin level of 0.9 mg/dL with a direct bilirubin level of 0.3 mg/dL.Which additional data should the nurse obtain to plan care for this patient?
A)None, these results are normal.
B)Ultrasound of the gallbladder
C)Liver function tests
D)Serum electrolytes

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The total bilirubin level of 0.9 mg/dL and a direct bilirubin level of 0.3 mg/dL are within normal ranges, indicating there is no immediate concern related to bilirubin levels that would necessitate further testing specifically for sickle cell disease management in this context.

A Patient with a History of Sickle Cell Disease Has