Question 1
What imaging study confirmed the diagnosis of occlusion of the superior mesenteric artery?
Question 2
What is a suggested initial antibiotic treatment to prevent bacteremia/sepsis?
Question 3
Which diagnostic tool was used to rule out an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
Question 4
Which of the following lab results is NOT consistent with lactic acidosis?
Question 5
What past medical condition of the patient could directly contribute to the acute mesenteric ischemia diagnosis?
Question 6
Which vital sign abnormality is most suggestive of atrial fibrillation?
Question 7
What immediate treatment might be considered if the patient is not a candidate for embolectomy?
Question 8
Which of the following is NOT part of the patient's initial physical examination findings?
Question 9
Why was the patient tachypnic with a respiratory rate of 32 breaths per minute?
Question 10
What is the primary chemical marker indicating lactic acidosis in the patient's lab results?
Question 11
A decreased flow in which artery was noted in the ultrasound with Doppler study?
Question 12
What was the patient's pH value on the ABG analysis?
Question 13
What type of medication is recommended given the patient's diagnosis of acute mesenteric ischemia secondary to atrial fibrillation?
Question 14
What finding on the EKG is most indicative of atrial fibrillation in this patient?
Question 15
Which treatment is preferred for bowel decompression?