Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Flashcards
1
Q
AAA has a diameter of
A
> 3cm
2
Q
Common location of AAA
A
RA
3
Q
Fatal rupture location
A
Peritoneal cavity anteriorly
4
Q
Signs of shock in ruptured AAA
A
- rapid onset
- hypotension
- tachycardia
5
Q
Abdominal pain in AAA radiates to
A
- back
- loin
6
Q
Description of mass palpated in AAA
A
- pulsation
- expansive
7
Q
Refer to vas surgeons within 12 weeks if diameter is (USS)
A
> 3cm
8
Q
Refer to vas surgeons within 2 weeks if diameter is (USS)
A
> 5.5cm
9
Q
Screening is done on men of what age
A
65
10
Q
3-4.4cm AAA has a USS repeated every
A
Year
11
Q
4.5-5.4cm AAA has a USS repeated every
A
3 months
