A client is receiving a platelet transfusion. The nurse determines that the client is gaining from this therapy if the client exhibits which of the following: (A) Less frequent febrile episodes, (B) Increased level of hematocrit, (C) Less episodes of bleeding, (D) Increased level of hemoglobin
Answer is C. Options C: Platelet transfusions may be given to prevent bleeding when the platelet count falls down.
Options A: A decline in the febrile episode will happen after the transfusion of agranulocytes.
Options B and D: An increased level of hemoglobin and hematocrit will happen after the transfusion of red blood cells.