Select from the following pathologic terminology to match its description.

-Clot or other material that travels to a distant location
A)digoxin
B)embolus
C)infarction
D)nitrates
E)occlusion
F)palpitations
G)patent
H)pericardial friction rub
I)petechiae
J)statins
K)thrill
L)vegetations

Question

Select from the following pathologic terminology to match its description.

-Clot or other material that travels to a distant location
A)digoxin
B)embolus
C)infarction
D)nitrates
E)occlusion
F)palpitations
G)patent
H)pericardial friction rub
I)petechiae
J)statins
K)thrill
L)vegetations

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An embolus refers to a clot or other material that travels through the bloodstream to a distant location and causes blockage.

Answer: C
 Infarction refers to tissue death as a result of inadequate blood supply to an area.

Answer: E
 Occlusion refers to a blockage or closure of a blood vessel or other tubular structure in the body.

Answer: I
 Petechiae are small spots on the skin that are caused by bleeding under the skin as a result of capillary damage.

Answer: L
 Vegetations refer to abnormal growths or lesions on heart valves, often caused by bacterial infection.

Select from the Following Pathologic Terminology to Match Its Description