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Which of the following statements about an embolus is correct?
 
  A) It is composed of debris that travels in blood and eventually lodges in an artery.
  B) It can consist of pieces of thrombi.
  C) It can be caused by infection within the wall of the heart.
  D) It is due to pressure exerted by a tumor.
  E) An embolus secretes acids which destroy neurons.

Question 2

A key treatment for stroke caused by a thrombus involves
 
  A) medication to lower blood pressure.
  B) administration of a drug that dissolves clots.
  C) administration of demoteplase.
  D) brain surgery to seal off the faulty vessels.
  E) medication that speeds up the formation of blood clots.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Rationale: A key treatment for stroke caused by a thrombus involves administration of a drug that dissolves clots.




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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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