The nurse is caring for a patient with immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) who has an order for a platelet transfusion. Which patient information indicates that the nurse should consult with the health care provider before administering platelets?

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Platelet transfusions are not usually indicated until the platelet count is below 10,000 to 20,000/ml unless the patient is actively bleeding, so the nurse should clarify the order with the health care provider before giving the transfusion. The other data all indicate that bleeding caused by ITP may be occurring and indicate that the platelet transfusion is appropriate.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Immune Thrombocytopenic