Which of the following patients would be at highest risk for the development of deep vein thrombosis progressing to pulmonary embolus?
A) Age 45, exercises daily, underwent elective knee repair surgery, high normal platelets
B) Age 85, sedentary, somewhat dehydrated, underwent repair of a pelvic fracture, high normal platelets
C) Age 26, athletic, underwent repair of a football injury, normal platelets
D) Age 50, on aspirin and beta blockers, underwent open heart surgery, borderline low platelets
B
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