A patient with a diagnosis of protein C deficiency is at increased risk for developing which of the following complications?

A Arterial thrombosis
B Venous thromboembolism ✓
C Bleeding disorders
D Immune system dysfunction

Explanation

Protein C deficiency is a rare genetic disorder that increases the risk of developing venous thromboembolism, which includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.

Source

New England Journal of Medicine
Hematology Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hematology: Coagulation Disorders Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high