Every Encounter Matters: An Evaluation of Emergency Department Care for Adults with Sickle Cell Disease

Authors

• Alexandra Vadas, St. John Fisher University
• Susan FrederickFollow
• Kathryn M. Ledwin, St. John Fisher UniversityFollow
• Tara L. Sacco, St. John Fisher UniversityFollow

Document Type

Poster Presentation

Publication Date

3-2026

Abstract

Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects approximately 100,000 individuals in the U.S., 90% of whom are Black Americans. Adults with SCD frequently present to the emergency department (ED) with vaso-occlusive episodes and other acute complications requiring timely, evidence-based care. Despite national guideline recommendations, emergency care remains inconsistent. Under-triage, delays in analgesia, and variability in care contribute to preventable morbidity, mistrust in healthcare, and substantial economic burden. The purpose of this project was to evaluate ED care for adults with SCD against evidence-based national guidelines.

Comments

Presented at 38th Annual Scientific Sessions of the Eastern Nursing Research Society, March 25-27, 2026

Publication Information

Vadas, Alexandra; Frederick, Susan; Ledwin, Kathryn M.; and Sacco, Tara L., "Every Encounter Matters: An Evaluation of Emergency Department Care for Adults with Sickle Cell Disease" (2026). Nursing Faculty/Staff Publications. Paper 235.
https://fisherpub.sjf.edu/nursing_facpub/235

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