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luminitza

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A client is admitted with abdominal aortic aneurysm. For which of the following complications should the nurse be concerned?
 
  1. Hypotension
  2. Cardiac arrhythmias
  3. Aneurysm rupture
  4. Loss of bowel sounds

Question 2

The nurse is assessing a client diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. Which of the following sounds did the nurse auscultate during the assessment?
 
  1. Pleural rub
  2. Hyperactive bowel sounds
  3. Crackles
  4. Bruit


canderson530

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Aneurysm rupture is a life-threatening occurrence and the highest risk for the client until it can be repaired. Hypotension, cardiac arrhythmias, and loss of bowel sounds are all significant potential complications; however, they are not life threatening.

Answer to Question 2

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The nurse may auscultate a bruit at the site of the aneurysm. Pleural rib and crackles are adventitious sounds heard during the assessment of the lungs. Hyperactive bowel sounds may be heard when assessing the abdomen.


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