HESI RN Patho Pharmacology

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The nurse admits a client with sepsis and has developed cool ecchymotic fingertips and toes. The healthcare provider determines that the client has developed disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). Which findings support the pathophysiology of DIC?

A. Glucosuria and lethargy. B. Frothy urine and anorexia. C. Hematuria and hemoptysis. D. Polyuria and productive cough.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: DIC causes microthrombi and bleeding, leading to hematuria and hemoptysis (
C). Glucosuria/lethargy (
A) suggest diabetes. Frothy urine/anorexia (
B) indicate proteinuria. Polyuria/cough (
D) are unrelated.

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