You called to assess a 67-year-old with a complaint of abdominal pain and you suspect a dissecting abdominal aortic aneurysm. Which of the following signs or symptoms would you expect to find to help you confirm field diagnosis?
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Look for severe, sudden, and persistent pain that may be described as tearing or ripping, typically starting in the back and radiating to the abdomen. This type of pain is often a key indicator of a dissecting abdominal aortic aneurysm. Show more…
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