Pathology Flashcards

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Embolism: definition, and types

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

>types: Arterial and Venous

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Embolism: symptoms (4)

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

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Aneurysm: definition, types (2)

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

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Aortic Aneurysm: symptoms

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> 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

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Stroke vs Heart Attack: quick difference

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> Stroke: “Brain attack”

> Heart Attack: occurs with chest pain

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Stroke: types, and causes

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> 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

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Heart Attack: causes

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

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