Which of the following statements made by a patient would cause you to suspect an aortic abdominal aneurysm?

a. "I have really bad belly pain that I also feel in my back."
b. "My heart is beating so hard, you can feel it on my chest."
c. "The pain is sharp and spreads to both arms."
d. "I seem to be vomiting up some blood."


Answer: a

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