The major cause of death after an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is

The major cause of death after an abdominal aortic aneurysm repair is
 
  A. AAA rupture
  B. Hemorrhage
  C. Renal failure
  D. Myocardial infarction

Question 2

The initial treatment for symptomatic abdominal aortic aneurysm involves
 
  A. Emergency surgery
  B. Aggressive blood pressure control
  C. Watch-and-wait approach
  D. Cardiology consult

Question 3

The best initial screening test for abdominal aortic aneurysm is
 
  A. Angiography
  B. CT scan with IV contrast
  C. Abdominal ultrasound
  D. MRI

Question 4

The majority of abdominal aortic aneurysms are due to
 
  A. Trauma
  B. Infection
  C. Inflammation
  D. Atherosclerosis

Question 5

A thorough vascular exam includes all of the following except
 
  A. Cardiac exam
  B. Reproductive organ exam
  C. Peripheral vascular exam
  D. Cranial nerve exam

Question 6

Inspection of the distal nails and nail beds should be evaluated for signs of decreased perfusion. Signs include
 
  A. Clubbing
  B. Cyanosis
  C. Petechiae
  D. All of the above

Question 7

The clinician should begin the peripheral vascular exam with
 
  A. Auscultation of the carotid arteries
  B. Checking for peripheral edema
  C. Auscultation of the heart
  D. Palpation of the upper extremity arteries