What factor associated with gluten-sensitive enteropathy (celiac sprue)causes an infant to bruise and bleed easily? A) Vitamin K deficiency from fat malabsorption B) Bone marrow function depression C) Iron, folate, and B₁₂ deficiency anemias D) Prescribed daily warfarin (Coumadin)

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Deficiencies of fat-soluble vitamins (such as vitamin K)are common in children with gluten-sensitive enteropathy.Vitamin K malabsorption leads to hypoprothrombinemia,causing the child to bruise and bleed easily.This selection is the only option that accurately describes the mechanism that causes bruising and bleeding in children diagnosed with celiac sprue.

What Factor Associated with Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy (Celiac Sprue)causes an Infant