The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient ITP Who Has

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient ITP who has an order for a platelet transfusion. Which patient information indicates that the nurse should consult with the health care provider before administering platelets?

• A) Petechiae are present on the chest and back.
• B) Blood pressure (BP) is 94/56 mm Hg.
• C) Platelet count is 42,000/ml.
• D) Blood is oozing from the venipuncture site.

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