Question

The laboratory report of a client reveals that the platelet count is 60,000/µl (60 x 10 9/l). which integumentary changes can be anticipated in this client? cyanosis petechiae varicosity ecchymosis hematoma

Answer 1

Having a platelet count of 60,000/mirol is below the normal count of 150,000 which is called thrombocytopenia. With this low platelet count, our skin which is part of the integumentary system will show signs of Petechiae. Petechiae are formed and seen on the skin when capillaries underneath leaks blood due to low platelet count. Petechiae is commonly found on a person suffering from Dengue Hemorrhagic fever Disease where platelet count decreases.