Practice Question
A nurse is planning care for a client who has thrombocytopenia. Which of the following actions should the nurse include?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Provide the client with a stool softener.
Rationale:
🔶 Thrombocytopenia increases the risk of bleeding.
🔶 Preventing constipation reduces straining, which could cause rectal bleeding or hemorrhoids.
🔶 Stool softeners promote easier bowel movements and reduce trauma.
🔶 Raw vegetables or flowers are more relevant for neutropenia.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI EXIT Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Comprehensive Predictor Exam(s)~2025
- Answer Choices: 4