Patho Flashcards
1
Q
AAA is diagnosed by what
A
CT with IV
MRI (gold standard bc less radiation)
ECG is done to rule out MI
2
Q
What 4 assessments do you do for AAA pts
A
Neuro
Vital Signs
Pain
Peripheral Pulses
3
Q
What drug therapy is done for AAA
A
anti HTN ACE ARB BB Macrolides and Tetracyclines (Abx)
4
Q
What surgery is done for AAA
A
EVAR
recommended if TAA is greater than 7cm or if AAA is greater than 5cm
5
Q
What 4 nursing diagnoses are done for AAA
A
Risk for infection
Acute pn
Fear
Peripheral Tissue Perfusion
6
Q
What does AAA present as
A
Spontaneous pn in chest, back, flank
cough
