A patient has a platelet count of 75,000 /mm³.What action should the nurse take to support this patient?

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A normal platelet count is 150,000-450,000/mm³.There is an increased risk of bleeding with a low platelet count.The patient's blood draws should be limited because of the risk of bleeding after a venipuncture.B.C.Protective isolation and wearing a mask would be appropriate if the white blood cell count was low.D.Rectal temperatures would be contraindicated in the patient with a low platelet count because of the risk for rectal bleeding.

A Patient Has a Platelet Count of 75,000 /Mm³