A Patient Has Been Admitted with Immune Thrombocytopenia Purpura (ITP)

question 8

Multiple Choice

A patient has been admitted with immune thrombocytopenia purpura (ITP) .Which sign and symptoms would the nurse expect to note to support this diagnosis?

• A) Gingival bleeding
• B) Retinal hemorrhage
• C) Fluid retention
• D) Muscle cramps
• E) Petechial hemorrhages on legs

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Definitions:

Availability Bias

A cognitive bias that causes people to overestimate the likelihood of events based on their availability in memory, often leading to skewed decision-making.

Belief Perseverance

The tendency to cling to one's initial belief even after receiving new information that contradicts or disconfirms the basis of that belief.

Confirmation Bias

A predisposition to identify, comprehend, prioritize, and recollect facts in ways that corroborate one’s existing beliefs or suppositions.

Overconfidence Bias

The tendency for an individual to overestimate their abilities, knowledge, or performance capabilities.