A patient might be suffering from a coagulopathy. Which of the following physical manifestations would suggest a primary hemostatic pathway problem?
A) Hematomas
B) Petechiae
C) Joint and muscle bleeding
D) Ecchymoses

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Petechiae are small, pinpoint, red or purple spots caused by bleeding into the skin, and are a common finding in primary hemostatic pathway problems. Hematomas, joint and muscle bleeding, and ecchymoses are more indicative of a secondary hemostatic pathway problem.

A Patient Might Be Suffering from a Coagulopathy