A client with sepsis has bleeding from IV sites and petechiae. Labs show low platelets and prolonged PT/aPTT. What does the nurse suspect?

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A. Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) — DIC involves widespread clotting and bleeding with low platelets and prolonged coagulation times. Treat the underlying cause and anticipate blood products per orders.

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B. Hemophilia A

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C. Polycythemia vera

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D. Thrombocytosis