AORTIC ANEURYSMS

Question 1

Define and classify the presentation aortic aneurysms and dissection

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Question 2

Describe the aetiology and pathophysiology of aortic aneurysms and dissection

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Question 3

Describe the emergency management of a ruptured aortic aneurysm

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Question 4

Identify preoperative investigations which may be undertaken prior to aneurysm repair

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Question 5

Define and describe the clinical manifestations of hypertensive crisis

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Question 6

Describe the pathophysiology of hypertensive crisis

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Question 7

List the possible causes of a hypertensive crisis

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Question 8

Discuss the management of hypertensive crisis

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Question 9

Describe the diagnostic investigations, including expected abnormalities, used to help diagnose aortic aneurysms and dissection

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Question 10

Differentiate between an aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection in relation to clinical manifestations and treatment

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Question 11

Discuss the difference between an aortic dissection and aortic rupture

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Question 12

Describe the signs and symptoms of a dissecting abdominal aneurysm

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Question 13

Describe the signs and symptoms of a dissecting thoracic aneurysm

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Question 14

Outline the assessments you would perform for the patient you suspected of having a dissecting aortic aneurysm at triage

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Question 15

Identify the risk factors associated with aortic disease

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Question 16

Explain the ED management of a dissecting aneurysm

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Question 17

Discuss the complications of a dissecting aneurysm

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Question 18

Discuss the role of permissive hypertension in the management of a ruptured aortic aneurysm

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Question 19

Identify the pharmacological agents available in your department for use in managing the patient in hypertensive crisis, and outline their mechanisms of action

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