Which of the Following Is the Most Common Clinical Presentation

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most common clinical presentation for patients with aneurysm of the aorta?

• A) Asymptomatic
• B) Sternal chest pain
• C) Dyspnea
• D) Vena cava syndrome

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Definitions:

Aortic Semilunar Valve

A valve in the heart located between the left ventricle and the aorta, preventing blood from flowing back into the heart.

Heart Sound

Sounds produced by the closing of heart valves during the cardiac cycle; typically described as a "lub-dub" sound.

Heart Murmur

An unusual or abnormal sound heard between heartbeats, which can be innocent or indicate a heart problem.

Extra Heart Beat

An additional heartbeat that occurs outside of the normal rhythm, also known as premature contraction.