What Is the Difference Between a Thrombus and an Embolus

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Multiple Choice

What is the difference between a thrombus and an embolus?

• A) A thrombus is a clot of blood and is in motion. An embolus is foreign material and is stationary. When an embolus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
• B) A thrombus is a clot of blood and is stationary. An embolus is foreign material and is in motion. When a thrombus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
• C) An embolus is a clot of blood and is in motion. A thrombus is foreign material and is stationary. When a thrombus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.
• D) An embolus is a clot of blood and is stationary. A thrombus is foreign material and is in motion. When an embolus breaks off, it becomes a thromboembolus.

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