A Client Has Thrombocytopenia

question 33

Multiple Choice

A client has thrombocytopenia.What client statement indicates the client understands self-management of this condition?

• A) "I brush and use dental floss every day."
• B) "I chew hard candy for my dry mouth."
• C) "I usually put ice on bumps or bruises."
• D) "Nonslip socks are best when I walk."

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Definitions:

Memory

The cognitive procedure of converting, holding, and accessing information.

Intelligence

The ability to acquire and apply knowledge and skills, involving cognitive functions such as perception, reasoning, and problem-solving.

Checking Rituals

Repetitive behaviors or mental acts that a person feels compelled to perform, often associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder, aimed at reducing anxiety or preventing a feared event.

Trust

Confidence in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something, often considered essential for social cohesion and personal relationships.