Which sign(s) and symptom(s) assessed by the nurse would indicate thrombocytopenia? (Select all that apply.)
a. Pinpoint red rash
b. Casts in urine
c. Brown, fatty stools
d. Increase in menstrual flow
e. Coffee-ground emesis
ANS: A, D, E
Pinpoint red rash, an increase in menstrual flow, and coffee-ground emesis indicate thrombocytopenia, which causes an increased tendency to bleed. Thrombocytopenia may cause hematuria and dark, tarry stools.
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