The multiparous patient at 33 weeks has experienced an intrauterine fetal demise. What finding requires immediate intervention?

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A fibrinogen level of 50 mg/dl is significantly low and requires immediate intervention as it puts the patient at risk for bleeding complications. The temperature of 99°F is within normal limits, and although a platelet count of 210,000 is slightly low, it does not require immediate intervention. The family's refusal of a fetal autopsy is a decision that should be respected and does not require immediate intervention in this situation.

The Multiparous Patient at 33 Weeks Has Experienced an Intrauterine