Which of the following patients would be at risk for developing nonthrombocytopenic purpura? Select all that apply.
A) A child adopted from India and displaying malaise, lethargy, and petechiae all over the body
B) A 73-year-old patient admitted with concussion that resulted from a fall
C) A 55-year-old patient diagnosed with Cushing disease displaying bruises, weight gain with a buffalo hump, and moon face
D) A 15-year-old insulin-dependent diabetic with hypoglycemia displaying irritability with headaches and tachycardia
E) A pregnant mother experiencing headaches and proteinuria

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Vascular disorders that cause bleeding include vitamin C deficiency (answer A), Cushing disease (answer C), senile purpura, and aging process. Answers B and D do not result in weak vessel walls initially. Pregnant mother experiencing headaches and proteinuria is associated with preeclampsia.

Which of the Following Patients Would Be at Risk for Developing