The nurse would inform a client diagnosed with a 2-cm aneurysm that such aneurysms usually require

a. a resection.
b. grafting.
c. medications to raise BP.
d. semi-annual ultrasound.


D
Aneurysms less the 4 cm are usually not surgically repaired, but instead are assessed twice a year by ultrasound to assess changes. Antihypertensive medications are prescribed if indicated.

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True False

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