Abstract
The following questions for SVU-CME examination are based on the article entitled “A Case Series Representing Dissections in the Abdominal Aorta and Common Carotid Arteries” by Garth S. Nanni, MS, RDMS, RVT
Both true/false and multiple-choice questions are included. There is only one (1) correct answer for the multiple-choice test items. Answer all the questions as listed below. One-half (1/2) CME credit will be awarded for successful completion of this test with a grade of 80% or more. Thank you, Sandra Miller, for these questions.
The cases included in this article demonstrate findings that can be visualized on routine abdominal and carotid sonographic exams that may be missed on CTA.
True False
Which statement is of aortic dissection is true? Aortic dissection:
are like aortic aneurysms and the terms are used interchangeably. typically occur slowly over long periods of time. is a disease with high mortality. 75% of the time end up being misdiagnosed
Carotid dissections are estimated to be responsible for ____ of strokes in people under the age of 45
3% to 10% 5% to 20% 15 to 25% 15 to 30%
Most carotid dissections are either asymptomatic or only present with minor symptoms and resolved with medical treatment.
True False
It is believed that most aortic dissections happen as a result of deterioration of the aortic wall secondary to
Obesity Diabetes Stress Heart disease
Carotid dissections are believed to originate from a variety of causes including patients with connective tissue disorders such as:
fibromuscular dysplasia Ehlers-Danlos syndrome Marfan syndrome All of the above
Instructions:
CME tests are offered only online at www.svunet.org. SVU Members can complete the tests and earn CME for free. Nonmembers will be charged $40 per CME test taken. All exams for SVU CME must be completed by August 31, 2022. If requesting AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credit™, exam must be completed by August 31, 2022.