Questions and Answers
What is the normal platelet count?
What platelet count is considered mild risk?
Greater than 75000
What platelet count range indicates moderate risk?
50000-74999
What platelet count range indicates moderately severe risk?
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What platelet count range indicates severe risk?
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Study Notes
Normal Platelet Count
- Normal range is between 150,000 to 400,000 platelets per cubic millimeter (mm³).
Risk Levels in Thrombocytopenia
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Mild Risk:
- Platelet count greater than 75,000/mm³.
- Patients may require minimal monitoring and supportive care.
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Moderate Risk:
- Platelet count between 50,000 and 74,999/mm³.
- Increased precautions against bleeding are necessary.
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Moderately Severe Risk:
- Platelet count between 25,000 and 29,999/mm³.
- Significant risk of bleeding; interventions are critical to manage patient safety.
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Severe Risk:
- No specific definition provided; expected to indicate extremely low platelet levels that warrant urgent care.
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Test your knowledge on nursing interventions related to thrombocytopenia, especially in patients undergoing cancer treatment. This set of flashcards includes definitions of various risk levels based on platelet counts, helping you to understand critical values and responses. Perfect for nursing students or professionals looking to refresh their knowledge.
