The nurse notes that a 4-year-old child's gums bleed easily and he has bruising and petechiae on his extremities. Which lab value is consistent with these symptoms?

A. Platelet count of 25,000/mm³: Normal platelet count is 150,000–400,000/mm³. A count of 25,000 indicates severe thrombocytopenia, which can cause spontaneous bleeding, petechiae, and bruising. B. Leukocyte count of 14,000/mm³: This is mildly elevated and may indicate infection or inflammation but does not explain bleeding symptoms. C. Hemoglobin level of 8 g/dL: Indicates anemia, which may cause fatigue or pallor, not bleeding or bruising. D. Hematocrit level of 36%: This is within the normal range for a child and does not correlate with bleeding manifestations.