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Case: Disseminated intravascular coagulation

A 46-year-old man is brought in by ambulance having been unwell for the past 3 days with fever, abdominal pain and widespread rash. You suspect disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).

1. List (4) other features you would seek on history and examination. 4 marks

2. List (4) laboratory abnormalities characteristic of this condition and briefly explain their significance. 4 marks

3. BRIEFLY outline (4) key principles of ED management. 4 marks

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Case: Disseminated intravascular coagulation

1. List (4) other features you would seek on history and examination. 4 marks

2. List (4) laboratory abnormalities characteristic of this condition and briefly explain their significance. 4 marks

3. BRIEFLY outline (4) key principles of ED management. 4 marks

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