Aneurysm and peripheral vascular disorder
Aneurysm and peripheral vascular disorder ( 34 Questions)
A client has been diagnosed with a small asymptomatic abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). The client asks the nurse about treatment options. What is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Incorrect - While surgical repair is an option for larger or symptomatic AAAs, it is not the only treatment option for small, asymptomatic AAAs.
Correct - For small asymptomatic AAAs, close monitoring of the aneurysm size and growth is a common approach. The size and rate of growth will determine the appropriate treatment plan.
Incorrect - Blood-thinning medications are not the standard treatment for small asymptomatic AAAs. These medications are generally used for other cardiovascular conditions.
Incorrect - Endovascular repair may be an option for some AAAs, but it is not the best treatment for all cases, especially small, asymptomatic ones. The appropriate treatment plan will depend on the client's specific circumstances.
A) Incorrect - While surgical repair is an option for larger or symptomatic AAAs, it is not the only treatment option for small, asymptomatic AAAs.
B) Correct - For small asymptomatic AAAs, close monitoring of the aneurysm size and growth is a common approach. The size and rate of growth will determine the appropriate treatment plan.
C) Incorrect - Blood-thinning medications are not the standard treatment for small asymptomatic AAAs. These medications are generally used for other cardiovascular conditions.
D) Incorrect - Endovascular repair may be an option for some AAAs, but it is not the best treatment for all cases, especially small, asymptomatic ones. The appropriate treatment plan will depend on the client's specific circumstances.