M.A. is a 54-year-old female admitted to the hospital for sepsis. Her condition is critical because she is also showing signs of internal bleeding. She is anemic and thrombocytopenic
What life-threatening bleeding disorder is of concern to this patient?
What is the best treatment for this disorder?
Answer:
Disseminated intravascular coagulation. Anticoagulants and platelet transfusions.
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