Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a complication resulting from the
A) release of cytotoxins.
B) triggering of the complement system.
C) attachment of bacterial cells to the endocardium.
D) release of heme from damaged RBCs.
E) release of lipid A from dying Gram-negative bacteria.
E
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: Bacterial Cardiovascular and Systemic Diseases
Learning Outcome: 21.7
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