When palpating the aorta, a prominent lateral pulsation suggests:
A) an aortic aneurysm.
B) normal pulsation.
C) a renal artery fistula.
D) a vena cava varicosity.

Name: When palpating the aorta, a prominent lateral pulsation suggests: A) an aortic aneurysm. B) normal pulsation. C) a renal artery fistula. D) a vena cava varicosity.
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Anterior pulsations of the aorta are within normal limits; lateral pulsations suggest an aortic aneurysm.

When Palpating the Aorta, a Prominent Lateral Pulsation Suggests