A critically ill client has oozing from IV sites, low platelets, and prolonged clotting times. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

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A. Disseminated intravascular coagulation — DIC involves widespread clotting and consumption of platelets and clotting factors, leading to bleeding and abnormal coagulation studies.

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B. Simple dehydration

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C. Stable angina

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D. Diabetes insipidus