In disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), what are the indications of microvascular thrombosis?
a. Reduced amplitude in peripheral pulses
b. Symmetric cyanosis of fingers and toes
c. Numbness and tingling in fingers and toes
d. Bilateral pallor and edema of fingers and toes
Answer: b. Symmetric cyanosis of fingers and toes
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True False