A child with hemophilia is experiencing a bleeding episode. After applying pressure to the bleeding site, what is the priority intervention?

A. Encourage active range of motion exercises is incorrect. Active range of motion exercises should be avoided during a bleeding episode, as it may exacerbate the bleeding or cause further injury. Hemophilia requires rest and stabilization during bleeding episodes. B. Administer antibiotics as prescribed is incorrect. Antibiotics are typically not needed for bleeding episodes unless there is a risk of infection from a wound. The primary concern during a bleeding episode is managing the bleeding, not preventing infection. C. Apply heat to the affected area is incorrect. Heat is not recommended during a bleeding episode as it can increase blood flow and worsen bleeding. Instead, ice may be applied to help control bleeding and reduce swelling. D. Administer factor replacement therapy as prescribed is correct. The priority in managing bleeding in a child with hemophilia is to administer factor replacement therapy, which helps to replace the missing clotting factors in the blood, enabling proper clot formation and stopping the bleeding.