Which laboratory pattern is most consistent with disseminated intravascular coagulation in an obstetric emergency?
Correct answer: B. Prolonged clotting time and low fibrinogen
- A. Shortened clotting time and high fibrinogen
- B. Prolonged clotting time and low fibrinogen
- C. Normal clotting time and high platelets
- D. Low clotting time and high fibrinogen
Explanation
DIC consumes clotting factors and fibrinogen, causing prolonged clotting times and thrombocytopenia. A high fibrinogen level is not the typical pattern in established consumptive coagulopathy.
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