Which factor can trigger an immune response in the bloodstream that may result in an embolus?
a. Amniotic fluid
b. Fat
c. Bacteria
d. Air
Answer: a. Amniotic fluid
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a. 1 to 2 minutes b. 8 to 10 minutes c. 2 to 4 minutes d. 4 to 5 minutes
A laboratory finding indicative of disseminated intravascular coagulation is:
a. decreased fibrinogen. b. increased platelets. c. increased hematocrit. d. decreased thromboplastin time.