The nurse is assessing a client who has severe preeclampsia. What assessment finding should be reported to the physician?

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A platelet count of less than 150,000/mm3 in a client with severe preeclampsia is indicative of thrombocytopenia, which is a concern and should be reported to the physician as it can indicate worsening preeclampsia or the development of HELLP syndrome (Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelet count).

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client Who Has Severe Preeclampsia