The nurse is caring for a client with client with a platelet count of 18,000/mm3. Which finding requires immediate follow-up?

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C. new headache and blurred vision — Severe thrombocytopenia with headache and visual changes raises concern for intracranial bleeding.

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A. bruising on the extremities

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B. fatigue after showering

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D. small petechiae on the shins