A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Experiencing

question 16

Multiple Choice

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing thrombocytopenia secondary to chemotherapy. Which laboratory test result would be consistent with thrombocytopenia from chemotherapy?

• A)Low white blood cell count
• B)Low platelet count
• C)Low red blood cell count
• D)High platelet count

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Definitions:

Vulnerable

describes a state of being open to harm, attack, or criticism, often due to a lack of protection or strength.

Active Verbal

The use of words and vocal sounds to engage actively and constructively in communication.

Justification

The process of providing reasons or arguments to support or defend a particular action, decision, or belief.

Excuse

is a justification provided to mitigate responsibility or blame for a perceived wrongdoing or failure, aiming to maintain one's social image or alleviate guilt.