A 40-year-old female develops disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC).Upon obtaining the history,which finding is the most likely cause of this condition?
A) Snake bite
B) Blood transfusion
C) Sepsis
D) Immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)

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Sepsis is one of the most common conditions associated with DIC.
Snake venom may cause DIC,but sepsis is the most likely cause.
Blood transfusion may cause DIC,but sepsis is the most likely cause.
ITP may cause DIC,but sepsis is the most likely cause.

A 40-Year-Old Female Develops Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC)