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ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions Correct Answers Questions
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A nurse is monitoring an older adult client who has an exacerbation of chronic lymphocytic leukemi The nurse notes petechiae on the client's skin. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Institute bleeding precautions. Petechiae are tiny red or purple spots on the skin caused by bleeding under the skin. In chronic lymphocytic leukemia, the client's platelet count may be low, leading to an increased risk of bleeding. By instituting bleeding precautions, the nurse can help prevent injuries that could result in further bleeding. Determining the client's blood type (
A) is not necessary in this situation. Avoiding IV pain medication (
B) is not directly related to managing petechiae. Implementing airborne precautions (
D) is not relevant to the client's presentation with petechiae.
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