Which of the Following Terms Refers to a Pin-Point Hemorrhage

Question

Which of the following terms refers to a pin-point hemorrhage most common in skin folds
A)septicemia
B)lymphangitis
C)ischemia
D)petechiae

Accepted Answer

Petechiae are small, pinpoint hemorrhages less than 3 mm in diameter that most commonly occur in skin folds, including the armpits, inner thighs, and the neck. Septicemia is a systemic infection of the blood. Lymphangitis is an inflammation of the lymphatic vessels. Ischemia refers to a lack of blood supply to a particular tissue or organ.