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When a Child Has Thrombocytopenia, the Nurse Must Do Which

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When a child has thrombocytopenia, the nurse must do which of the following in regard to any intramuscular (IM) injections or venipunctures ordered?


A) Administer any IM or intravenous (IV) medication very slowly to avoid problems.
B) Apply pressure to the site for 10 minutes after administration.
C) Apply ice to any IM or IV site for 15 minutes each hour.
D) Avoid aspirating after injection, and avoid massaging the site.

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