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6 years ago
When caring for a client with chemotherapy-induced thrombocytopenia, the nurse should:
 
  a. avoid intramuscular injections. c. institute falls precautions.
  b. protect the client from infection. d. administer appropriate premedications.
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ANS: A

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A Correct: These should be avoided because of the increased risk for bleeding.
B Incorrect: Thrombocytopenia does not increase the risk of infection.
C Incorrect: Although a possible intervention, this more pertains to decreased tissue perfusion.
D Incorrect: There are not premedications to prevent a decrease in platelets.
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