Which precaution has the highest priority for instruction of the client going home with thrombocytopenia?
A. "Drink at least 3 liters of fluid each day."
B. "Avoid flossing your teeth until platelets return to normal."
C. "Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages until your CBC is normal."
D. "Avoid the use of salt substitutes that contain potassium chloride."
B
Decreased platelet counts increase the risk for prolonged bleeding, even with slight injury.
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