Abdomen Trauma Step 18 Step 18 (1 hour): Self Learning Tests Please complete the Self Learning Tests (must achieve 80% (B) to complete the module) Aorta 1. In the abdomen, what is the anatomical relationship between the aorta and the IVC?* Aorta is to the anatomical right of the IVC The aorta is anterior to the IVC Aorta is to the anatomical left of the IVC 2. Which of the following commonly obstructs views of the aorta?* Mesenteric fat Abdominal wall muscles Bowel gas Abdominal wall fat 3. What is the normal diameter of the abdominal aorta in the longitudinal view?* Less than 6 cm Less than 3 cm Less than 1.5 cm Less than 4.5 cm 4. When scanning the aorta, which one of the following is most important?* Check flow in the distal portion of the aorta Scanning entire vessel down to the iliac bifurcation Measure thickness of the aortic wall Check flow in the celiac trunk 5. Most abdominal aortic aneurysms are located:* Below the inferior mesenteric artery Below the renal arteries Below the superior mesenteric artery Above the celiac trunk
