10 Questions
Which of the following is a cause of thrombosis?
Mechanical injury such as trauma and pressure.
Which of the following is the definition of thrombosis?
Formation of a compact mass composed of the elements of the circulating blood inside a vessel or a heart cavity during life.
Where can thrombosis occur?
Veins, arteries, heart, and capillaries.
What is the term used to describe a compact mass of blood elements inside a vessel or heart cavity during life?
Thrombus
What is the term used to describe the movement of a thrombus from its site of formation to another site in the circulation?
Embolism
Which of the following is a cause of thrombosis?
Inflammation
Where can thrombosis occur?
Lungs
What is the term used to describe a thrombus that forms in the heart?
Mural thrombi
What is the term used to describe a thrombus that forms in capillaries?
Frost bite
What is the term used to describe the movement of a thrombus from its site of formation to another site in the circulation?
Embolism
Test your knowledge on circulatory disturbances, specifically thrombosis and embolism. This quiz will assess your understanding of the causes, formation, sites, and effects of thrombosis, as well as the different types of embolism. Put your knowledge to the test and see how well you grasp these important concepts in circulatory health.
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