The nurse is caring for a client undergoing chemotherapy who develops thrombocytopenia.<br/><br/>Which of the following interventions should the nurse give the highest priority?
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CEncourage the client to ambulate at least 3 times a day
DMaintaining reverse isolation at all times
✓ Correct answer: B. Monitor for bleeding in the gumsThrombocytopenia indicates a decrease in the number of platelets, leading to high risk of bleeding. The nursing intervention should focus on preventing and monitoring for bleeding. <br/><br/>Option A is an intervention for leukopenia, or a decrease in white blood cells. <br/><br/>Options B and D are not related to thrombocytopenia.
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