When the nurse is working with a child who has a low platelet count, the nurse will teach the family and the child to avoid which of the following?

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A low platelet count, or thrombocytopenia, increases the risk of bleeding. Engaging in contact sports or activities with a risk of physical injury should be avoided to prevent bleeding episodes. Choices B, C, and D do not directly relate to the increased bleeding risk associated with low platelet counts.

When the Nurse Is Working with a Child Who Has