Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Emergency surgical or endovascular repair
- Step 1: Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm is treated with emergency surgical or endovascular repair.
Answer
Emergency surgical or endovascular repair.
Why not the others: 'Intravenous fluids until the blood pressure is normal': aggressive fluids can increase bleeding. 'Oral analgesia and observation': this is fatal in rupture. 'Emergency laparotomy for pancreatic necrosectomy': this treats pancreatic necrosis.
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