Pathology

Question 1

Embolism: definition, and types

Answer 1

> an obstruction in a blood vessel due to a blood clot

>types: Arterial and Venous

Question 2

Embolism: symptoms (4)

Answer 2

> recent SOB
sharp pain when breathing in
coughing up blood
feeling of apprehension

Question 3

Aneurysm: definition, types (2)

Answer 3

> an abnormal bulge or ballooning in the weakened wall of a blood vessel.
types: Aortic, Brain

Question 4

Aortic Aneurysm: symptoms

Answer 4

> Deep “gnawing” pain in the stomach that can radiate into the shoulder blade, back, or flank.
pulsating feeling in chest or abdomen
cough, hoarse voice, trouble swallowing

Question 5

Stroke vs Heart Attack: quick difference

Answer 5

> Stroke: “Brain attack”

> Heart Attack: occurs with chest pain

Question 6

Stroke: types, and causes

Answer 6

> Blood Clot in an Artery within the Brain, cuts off circulation
Carotid Arteries become blocked by Plaque buildup in the Brain
High blood pressure causes the blood vessel to rupture and leak in Brain: Hemorrhagic Stroke

Question 7

Heart Attack: causes

Answer 7

1) Coronary Artery is blocked or too restricted d/t: artery narrowing, blood clot, cholesterol plaque