Practice Question
A nurse is admitting a child who has leukemia and a critically low platelet count. Which of the following precautions should the nurse initiate?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Bleeding
Rationale:
💎 A child with leukemia and a low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) is at high risk for spontaneous bleeding.
💎 The nurse should initiate bleeding precautions, including using a soft toothbrush, avoiding intramuscular injections, limiting venipunctures, and preventing falls or injuries.
💎 Monitoring for petechiae, ecchymosis, and hematuria is essential.
💎 These measures help minimize bleeding complications and ensure safe care during critical thrombocytopenia.
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Custom- NUR 211 Final Assessment- Fall 1 2025
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
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