A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Feels Tired

question 16

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who feels tired and weak and reports shortness of breath and pink or purple spots on the skin. The client is diagnosed with thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. Which is the most effective intervention for this client?

• A) Performing plasmapheresis
• B) Administering corticosteroid drugs
• C) Providing direct thrombin inhibitors
• D) Performing factor VIII replacement therapy

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