A 5-year-old is admitted with acute leukemia. It will be most important to monitor the child for:
A. Petechiae and mucosal ulcers
B. Bruising and fatigue
C. Anorexia and abdominal pain
D. Pallor and bleeding
Correct Answer: D. Pallor and bleeding
Option D: The child with leukemia has low platelet counts, which contribute to spontaneous bleeding.
Options A, B, and C: These are common in children with leukemia, and are not life-threatening.