6 Thrombocytopenia NCLEX Style Questions

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Question 1 of 6

A nurse has an order to administer heparin to a client. Which steps would the nurse take to minimize the risk of the client developing heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)? Select all that apply.


Question 2 of 6

The nurse is caring for a client with immune thrombocytopenic purpura. Which of the following interventions would the nurse expect to employ?


Question 3 of 6

The nurse is caring for a client with thrombocytopenia. Which of the following substances would the nurse expect to administer for this client?


Question 4 of 6

A client presents to the emergency department with thrombocytopenia. Likely nursing interventions include which of the following? Select all that apply.


Question 5 of 6

A nurse is caring for a client with essential thrombocythemia. What diagnostic finding will the nurse expect to see?


Question 6 of 6

A client who is receiving heparin for a history of blood clots has developed heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. His platelet count is 90,000/mcL. Which of the following nursing interventions is most appropriate in this situation?