Upon assessment, signs of abdominal aortic aneurysm include: 1. higher blood pressure in the legs than in the arms. 2. bounding popliteal pulses and warm, pink skin. 3. an enlarged... Upon assessment, signs of abdominal aortic aneurysm include: 1. higher blood pressure in the legs than in the arms. 2. bounding popliteal pulses and warm, pink skin. 3. an enlarged abdomen with decreased bowel sounds. 4. back pain and possibly a visible pulsation of the abdomen.

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The question is asking for signs associated with an abdominal aortic aneurysm, likely requiring knowledge of medical symptoms and their implications.

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Back pain and visible abdominal pulsation are AAA signs.

The correct signs of abdominal aortic aneurysm from the given options include back pain and possibly a visible pulsation of the abdomen.

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The correct signs of abdominal aortic aneurysm from the given options include back pain and possibly a visible pulsation of the abdomen.

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Abdominal aortic aneurysms typically do not show early symptoms but, once enlarged or ruptured, they can cause back pain and visible pulsation in the abdomen due to a bulging in the aorta.

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Common mistakes include confusing AAA symptoms with those of other vascular or abdominal conditions.

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