The Patient Has a Platelet Count of 9,000/microliter

question 33

Multiple Choice

The patient has a platelet count of 9,000/microliter.The nurse realizes that

• A) this is a normal platelet level.
• B) spontaneous bleeding may occur.
• C) the patient is at great risk for fatal hemorrhage.
• D) this level is considered slightly low.

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