Question

multiple choice question
which is a blood clot that breaks loose and travels in the bloodstream?

hematoma
thrombus
embolus

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Hematoma: A collection of blood outside blood vessels (like a bruise), not a traveling clot.
• Thrombus: A blood clot that forms in place and stays, not traveling.
• Embolus: A blood clot (or other material) that breaks loose and travels in the bloodstream.

Answer:

C. Embolus (Note: Assuming the options are labeled as A. Hematoma, B. Thrombus, C. Embolus based on standard medical terminology; if the original labels differ, adjust the identifier but the correct term is Embolus.)