A chemotherapy patient has a platelet count of 15,000/mm³. Which precaution is most appropriate?

Correct option is B

A platelet count under 20,000 puts the patient at risk of spontaneous bleeding. Bleeding precautions include avoiding injections and using soft oral care items. Explanation of options:
· (a) ✘ Not needed unless there's a contagious condition.
· (b) ✔ Essential to prevent bleeding due to thrombocytopenia.
· (c) ✘ Unrelated unless patient has respiratory infection.
· (d) ✘ Relevant for neutropenia (low WBC), not platelets.