Thrombocytopenia

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Question 1:
A nurse is caring for a patient with thrombocytopenia.
Which statement accurately describes the pathophysiology of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)?
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Question 2:
A client with thrombocytopenia is experiencing spontaneous bleeding.
Which statement best explains the potential cause of this bleeding?
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Question 3:
(Select all that apply): A nurse is assessing a patient with thrombocytopenia.
Which interventions are appropriate for this patient? Select all that apply.
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Question 4:
A nurse is educating a patient and their family about thrombocytopenia.
Which statement accurately describes the normal platelet count range?
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Question 5:
A client has developed thrombocytopenia following chemotherapy.
What is the likely cause of thrombocytopenia in this patient?
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Question 6:
A nurse is caring for a patient with thrombocytopenia.
The patient presents with mucosal bleeding, including petechiae, purpura, and gingival bleeding.
What should the nurse anticipate when assessing this patient's platelet count?
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Question 7:
A client with thrombocytopenia experiences prolonged bleeding even after minor trauma.
What statement by the nurse accurately explains the relationship between platelet count and bleeding risk?
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Question 8:
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A nurse is assessing a patient with suspected thrombocytopenia.
Which findings should the nurse consider as potential signs or symptoms of thrombocytopenia? Select all that apply.
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Question 9:
A client with thrombocytopenia presents with schistocytes on the peripheral blood smear.
What does the presence of schistocytes indicate, and how should the nurse interpret this finding?
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Question 10:

A nurse is conducting a physical examination of a patient suspected of having thrombocytopenia.
What assessment findings should the nurse prioritize to identify potential causes and types of thrombocytopenia?

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Question 11:
A nurse is caring for a patient with thrombocytopenia.
The patient reports experiencing hematochezia, fatigue, and abdominal pain.
What should the nurse prioritize in the assessment of this patient?
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Question 12:
A client with thrombocytopenia presents with petechiae, pallor, and weakness.
Which intervention should the nurse implement to address the client's symptoms?
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Question 13:
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A nurse is providing care to a patient with thrombocytopenia.
Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient? Select all that apply.
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Question 14:
A client with thrombocytopenia is at risk of bleeding complications.
Which nursing intervention is essential to prevent and manage bleeding in this client?
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Question 15:

A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with thrombocytopenia.
What should the nurse include in the patient education regarding self-care measures?

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