A 1-year-old is diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). The most serious concern is development of:
A) respiratory infection.
B) asymmetric bruising.
C) intracranial bleeding.
D) immunosuppression.

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Intracranial bleeding is the most serious concern in a patient with ITP as low platelet counts put the patient at risk for bleeding in the brain. Respiratory infections, asymmetric bruising and immunosuppression may also be concerns but are not as immediately life-threatening as intracranial bleeding.

A 1-Year-Old Is Diagnosed with Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)