Aneurysm

Question 1

True or false? An aneurysm is a dilation formed at a wek point on the wall of an artery.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What are the symptoms of aneurysms inside the body

Answer 2

Most aneuryms inside the body have no symptoms

Question 3

What sound would be heard on auscultation?

Answer 3

A blowing bruit

Question 4

What are some of the risk factors?

Answer 4

Arteriosclerosis, infection (syphilis), smoking , HTN

Question 5

What is the treatment for an aneurysm?

Answer 5

Surgery- depends on size
Strict blood pressure
control with medications

Question 6

What are the signs of ruptured aneurysm?

Answer 6

Sever pain, N/V, tachycardia, decreased LOC, hypotension

Question 7

List important NCLEX teaching points.

Answer 7

Avoid straining, lifting, or exerting, take medications on schedule, report sever back/ flank pain