A 1-year-old is diagnosed with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).The nurse assesses for the most serious concern,which is development of:
A) Respiratory infection
B) Asymmetric bruising
C) Intracranial bleeding
D) Immunosuppression

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Although the incidence is less than 1%,intracranial hemorrhage is the most serious complication of ITP.
Intracranial hemorrhage is the most serious concern,not respiratory infection.
Intracranial hemorrhage is the most serious concern,not asymmetric bleeding.
Intracranial hemorrhage is the most serious concern,not immunosuppression.

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