The patient is receiving carmustine, a chemotherapy agent. A side effect of this medication is thrombocytopenia. What symptom will the nurse likely assess in the patient with thrombocytopenia?
A) Interrupted sleep pattern
B) Hot flashes
C) Nosebleed
D) Increased weight
Ans: C
Feedback: Patients with thrombocytopenia are at risk for bleeding due to decreased platelet counts. A priority goal for this patient is to prevent trauma related to the decreased platelet count. A soft toothbrush or an electric razor can be used. No invasive procedures should be performed.
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