Select from the following pathologic terminology to match its description.

-Clumps of platelets and other material on diseased heart valves
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.

-Clumps of platelets and other material on diseased heart valves
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

Vegetations are clumps of platelets and other materials that form on diseased heart valves.

Answer: B
 An embolus is a piece of material (such as a blood clot, fat or air) that travels through the bloodstream and lodges in a blood vessel, causing blockage.

Answer: I
 Petechiae are pinpoint, round spots that appear on the skin as a result of bleeding under the skin. They may be caused by infections or certain medications.

Answer: H
 Pericardial friction rub is a type of abnormal heart sound that is caused by the inflamed pericardium rubbing against the heart.

Answer: K
 A thrill is a type of abnormal heart vibration that can be felt on the skin. It can be caused by conditions such as heart valve abnormalities or congenital heart defects.

Select from the Following Pathologic Terminology to Match Its Description