On admission,a child with leukemia has widespread purpura and a platelet count of 19,000/mm³.The priority nursing intervention is:
A) assessing neurological status.
B) inserting an intravenous line.
C) monitoring vital signs during platelet transfusions.
D) providing family education about how to prevent bleeding.
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