Practice Question
The nurse assesses a client with petechiae and ecchymosis scattered across the arms and legs. Which laboratory result should the nurse review?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Platelet count.
Rationale:
💎 Petechiae and ecchymosis are signs of bleeding or bruising, often due to thrombocytopenia (low platelet count).
💎 Platelets are essential for blood clotting, and low levels lead to spontaneous bleeding.
💎 Monitoring platelet levels helps identify risk for hemorrhage or underlying hematologic issues
💎 This assessment supports prompt intervention to prevent complications such as internal bleeding.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: HESI Exam(s)
- Domain: Hesi MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 4
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