A patient is suspected of having an abdominal aortic aneurysm.For which gold standard diagnostic test should the nurse prepare teaching for this client?

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The gold standard diagnostic test for abdominal aortic aneurysm is CT scan with IV contrast. It provides detailed images of the artery, allowing for accurate diagnosis and measurement of the aneurysm. Abdominal ultrasound is also commonly used as a screening tool, but CT scan with IV contrast is needed for confirmation and further evaluation. Cardiac MRI and transthoracic echocardiography are not appropriate diagnostic tests for this condition.

A Patient Is Suspected of Having an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm