Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

In this plan

1. P

   Purpose, Prevention & Protection

   • I understand an abdominal aortic aneurysm is a bulging or enlargement in the wall of the aorta in my abdomen
   • I understand larger aneurysms can rupture and cause life-threatening bleeding
   • I know controlling blood pressure and avoiding strain helps protect the artery
   • I take medications for blood pressure or cholesterol 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