A client reports shortness of breath and severe pain in the back, chest, and muscles. Which condition does the nurse recognize as a possible diagnosis for the client?
A)Hemophilia B
B)Hemophilia A
C)Disseminated intravascular coagulation
D)Von Willebrand disease

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Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) can cause widespread clotting in small vessels throughout the body, leading to severe pain in various parts like the back, chest, and muscles, as well as symptoms such as shortness of breath. Hemophilia A, Hemophilia B, and Von Willebrand disease primarily affect the blood's ability to clot, leading to bleeding problems rather than the symptoms described.

A Client Reports Shortness of Breath and Severe Pain in the Back