A nurse is analyzing the report of a school-age client with leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy. The platelet count is 20,000/microliter. What would be the best intervention for the nurse to include in the client's plan of care?

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Using a soft toothbrush for oral care is the best intervention when a client has a very low platelet count, like 20,000/microliter, to prevent bleeding gums, which can be a risk due to the reduced ability of the blood to clot.

A Nurse Is Analyzing the Report of a School-Age Client