Explore the critical aspects of managing acute aortic dissection in this 21-minute video from The High Risk Emergency Medicine online CME course. Delve into the challenges of diagnosing this condition, understand common pitfalls in risk management, and learn effective strategies to improve patient outcomes. Examine classic findings, medical management techniques, and debunk common misconceptions surrounding aortic dissection. Gain valuable insights from emergency physicians and medical malpractice attorneys on how to navigate the medical-legal issues inherent in emergency medicine practice. Enhance your skills in recognizing high-risk chief complaints, avoiding documentation errors, and preventing miscommunications that could lead to adverse outcomes.