Because of its location, the presence of an abdominal aortic aneurysm may first be manifested as:
A) Constipation
B) Indigestion
C) A pulsating mass
D) Midabdominal pain
Ans: C
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An abdominal aortic aneurysm may be noticed as a pulsating mass when the client is lying flat, once the aneurysm is rather large already. Although there may be pressure on the abdominal organs by the mass, it is not associated with constipation or indigestion. Severe midabdominal pain is a late sign of impending rupture.
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