Managing Aneurysms

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: Anatomy & Physiology

Arterial Anatomy

Wall Tension & Compliance

Aneurysms

A Difficult Diagnosis

Section 3: Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

AAA Definition, Pathogenesis, & Classification

Anatomical and Physiological Classifications of AAAs

Epidemiology & Risk Factors

Clinical Manifestations

Physical Examination

Laboratory Studies

Imaging

Management Principles

Section 4: Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm

Thoracic Aorta Anatomy

Definition, Pathogenesis, Expansion, & Classification

Epidemiology and Risk Factors

Clinical Manifestations

Physical Examination

Laboratory Studies

Imaging

Management Principles

Section 5: Aortic Dissection

Definition & Classification

Risk Factors

Clinical Manifestations

Management

Section 6: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributor(s)

References

Cathryn Ayers, RN, MSN has nearly 10 years of critical care experience. She was active in multiple committees to improve patient safety, executed staff education activities, and managed the new graduate orientation program for those entering intensive care units. Cathryn obtained a license for massage and bodywork therapy in 2012 and graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 2016 with a Master of Science in Nursing Education. She has provided telephonic case management services and developed program materials to facilitate positive outcomes for people with rare conditions across the United States. Cathryn has a passion for teaching and helping other to be their best. Disclosure: Cathryn Ayers, RN has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.

Dr. Daniel Migliaccio is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and Ultrasound Fellowship Director at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He completed his residency in Emergency Medicine at Stanford University. During Residency,  Dr. Migliaccio was able to obtain an Honors Certificate in Medical Education from the Clinical Teaching Scholars Honors Program. He was also fortunate enough to be able to focus on his ultrasound skills, leading to an award for Outstanding Achievement in Ultrasound. Dr. Migliaccio is passionate about medical education, point of care ultrasound, and optimizing patient care using current literature. He is currently Vice President of the Young Physician Section of AAEM and is enthusiastic about promoting Emergency Medicine and patient care nationally. Disclosure: Daniel Migliaccio, MD, FAAEM has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.

Johnny earned his B.S. Pharmacy degree from the College of Pharmacy at the Medical University of South Carolina. He has earned certificates in Medication Therapy Management, Immunizations, and Asthma Therapy Management. He serves as Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services for Relias and has over 15 years of experience serving in areas of behavioral health including as a psychiatric consultant pharmacist and the pharmaceutical industry. He develops clinical analytic solutions and provides clinical considerations. He has served on the Executive Board of Directors for CMHCs and other medical organizations. He has also served as a cardiovascular consultant pharmacist, pharmacy manager, as an APPE preceptor, and on the college of pharmacy dean’s advisory council. Disclosure: Johnny J. Bethea, II, BSPharm discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor