Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Certification Practice Exam

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What is a rupture of a blood vessel leading to massive hemorrhage?

Thrombus
Aneurysm
Ischemic shock
Transient ischemic attack

The correct answer is: Aneurysm

The correct answer is an aneurysm, which refers to a localized dilation or bulging of a blood vessel caused by a weakening of the vessel wall. When an aneurysm ruptures, it can lead to significant internal bleeding or massive hemorrhage, depending on the location and size of the rupture. This sudden loss of blood can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical intervention. In contrast, a thrombus is a blood clot that forms within a blood vessel and can obstruct blood flow but does not directly refer to the rupture of a vessel. Ischemic shock refers to a condition where blood flow is severely reduced, leading to inadequate oxygen supply to tissues, typically as a result of other underlying issues including blockage, rather than a rupture. A transient ischemic attack (TIA), often referred to as a "mini-stroke," is a temporary period of symptoms similar to those of a stroke caused by a temporary decrease in blood supply to part of the brain, again not directly indicating a rupture of a blood vessel.