Cardiovascular System Internal Medicine Quiz

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What is a thrombus?

A blood clot that forms within an intact blood vessel (correct)
A fraction of a thrombus that circulates in the blood stream to other key organs
A blood clot that develops in a vein, especially the deep veins of the legs
A fatty deposit stuck to the inside of arterial walls

In which condition may a thrombus develop due to slow and sluggish blood flow?

Atherosclerosis (correct)
Myocardial infarction
Thromboembolism
Pulmonary embolism

What serious consequence can occur if a thrombus develops in the coronary artery?

Stroke
Deep vein thrombosis
Pulmonary embolism
Myocardial infarction (correct)

What is thromboembolism?

<p>When a fraction of the original thrombus breaks away and circulates in the blood stream to other key organs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible site for the development of a thrombus after a period of incapacity?

<p>Deep veins of the legs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is a thrombus?

A blood clot that forms inside a blood vessel.

What condition can cause a thrombus?

A condition where a thrombus can develop due to slow blood flow.

What happens if a thrombus forms in the coronary artery?

A serious event that happens when a thrombus blocks the coronary artery, leading to heart damage.

What is thromboembolism?

When a piece of a thrombus breaks off and travels in the bloodstream to other organs.

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Where can a thrombus develop after inactivity?

Deep veins in the legs are a common site for thrombus development after periods of inactivity.

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Study Notes

Thrombus

A thrombus is a blood clot that forms inside a blood vessel, obstructing the flow of blood through the circulatory system.

Thrombus formation due to sluggish blood flow

Thrombi can develop in conditions where blood flow is slow and sluggish, such as in deep veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) or in the heart chambers (atrial fibrillation).

Consequences of coronary artery thrombosis

If a thrombus forms in the coronary artery, it can lead to a heart attack by blocking the flow of blood to the heart muscle.

Thromboembolism

A thromboembolism is a condition in which a thrombus breaks loose from its original site and travels through the bloodstream, lodging in a smaller blood vessel and blocking blood flow.

Possible site for thrombus development after incapacitation

A thrombus can develop in the deep veins of the legs after a period of incapacity, such as bed rest or prolonged sitting. This is because inactivity can slow blood flow and increase the risk of clot formation.