A patient with a diagnosis of disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is at increased risk for developing which of the following complications?

A Thrombocytopenia ✓
B Leukocytosis
C Erythrocytosis
D Hypofibrinogenemia

Explanation

DIC is a complex condition characterized by both widespread clotting and bleeding, and thrombocytopenia is a common complication due to the consumption of platelets in the formation of microthrombi.

Source

Williams Hematology
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high