A client with a diagnosis of thrombocytopenia has been admitted to your unit for IV corticosteroid treatment. As the nurse caring for this client, you would expect the physician's orders to include which of the following?
A) A sleeping medication
B) Small frequent meals throughout the day
C) A tapering course of solumedrol at discharge
D) An order for oxycodone for steroid induced headaches

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Thrombocytopenia is a condition where the client has a low platelet count, which can lead to abnormal bleeding. IV corticosteroids are given to help increase the platelet count. A tapering course of solumedrol (a corticosteroid medication) at discharge is appropriate for this client. A sleeping medication (A) may not be necessary unless the client is having difficulty sleeping. Small frequent meals throughout the day (B) may be recommended for clients with gastrointestinal issues, but is not necessarily related to thrombocytopenia. Oxycodone (D) is not typically given for steroid-induced headaches.

A Client with a Diagnosis of Thrombocytopenia Has Been Admitted