CBC Practice A &B: Level III Review with 100% Correct Answers
CBC Practice A &B: Level III Review with 100% Correct Answers Thrombocytopenia - Low blood platelet count. NURSING CONSIDERATIONS ◯Monitor PLATELET count. ◯Monitor for petechiae, ecchymosis, bleeding of the gums, nosebleeds, and occult or frank blood in stools, urine, or vomitus -every 4 hours! ◯Institute bleeding precautions. ■Avoid IVs and injections. ■Apply pressure for approximately 10 min after blood is obtained. ■Handle client gently, place on fall precautions, and avoid trauma. ◯Administer thrombopoietic medications such as oprelvekin to stimulate platelet production. Monitor platelet count, and be prepared to administer platelets if the count falls below 10,000/mm3. CLIENT EDUCATIO
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