Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm

In this plan

1. P

   Purpose, Prevention & Protection

   • I understand a thoracic aortic aneurysm is a bulging or enlargement in the main artery in my chest
   • I understand larger aneurysms can tear (dissection) or rupture and become life-threatening
   • I know controlling blood pressure helps protect the aortic wall from stress
   • I take medications for blood pressure and heart protection exactly as prescribed
   • I attend scheduled imaging tests to monitor aneurysm size
2. E

   Expectations & Execution

   5 points, for partners

3. N

   Nutrition, Next Steps & Numbers

   5 points, for partners

4. C

   Consistency & Clarity

   4 points, for partners

5. I

   Indications

   3 points, for partners

6. L

   Lifestyle & Long-Term Success

   4 points, for partners

When to call the office and when to call 911: for partners