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BCEN CEN Practice Question

Which of the following best describes an aortic dissection?

  • A narrowing of the aorta due to atherosclerotic plaque buildup

  • A tear in the inner layer of the aorta, allowing blood to flow between the layers of the aortic wall

  • A localized dilation of the aorta that exceeds the normal diameter by 50%

  • A complete rupture of all layers of the aortic wall

BCEN CEN
Cardiovascular Emergencies
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