A patient with thrombocytopenia has developed a nosebleed.She is confused and keeps trying to get out of bed.Which problem is this patient demonstrating?
A)Intolerance of physical activity
B)Increased pain
C)Inability to cope with hospitalization
D)Alteration in circulation to the brain

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Confusion and attempts to get out of bed are signs of altered mental status and could indicate decreased cerebral perfusion due to decreased platelet count and subsequent bleeding.

A Patient with Thrombocytopenia Has Developed a Nosebleed