An intensive care nurse is aware of the need to identify patients who may be at risk of developing disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which of the following ICU patients most likely faces the highest risk of DIC?
A) A patient with extensive burns
B) A patient who has a diagnosis of acute respiratory distress syndrome
C) A patient who suffered multiple trauma in a workplace accident
D) A patient who is being treated for septic shock
Ans: D
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Sepsis is a common cause of DIC. A wide variety of acute illnesses can precipitate DIC, but sepsis is specifically identified as a cause.
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