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Davideckstein7

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Which of the following is the cause for most strokes and heart attacks in the United States?
 
  a. Hemorrhage
  b. Thrombocytopenia
  c. Cancer
  d. Consequences of thrombotic events

Question 2

Inappropriate formation of platelets or fibrin clots that obstructs blood vessels is called:
 
  a. Thrombophilia
  b. Thrombosis
  c. Embolus
  d. Factor V Leiden


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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
About 80 of heart attacks and 85 of strokes in the United States are caused by thrombi that block coronary or carotid arteries.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Thrombosis is the inappropriate formation of platelets or fibrin clots that obstruct blood vessels. Thrombophilia refers to congenital abnormalities that increase the risk of thrombosis; factor V Leiden is one such risk factor. An embolus forms when a piece of a thrombus breaks off and travels to another location via the circulatory system.


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