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What is the ASA Physical Status Classification System?
What is the ASA Physical Status Classification System?
A system for classifying the physical status of patients prior to undergoing anesthesia and surgery.
Which ASA classifications had 'E' added to them?
Which ASA classifications had 'E' added to them?
- Class 2
- Class 6 (correct)
- Class 5 (correct)
- Class 1
ASA 1 represents a ___________ patient.
ASA 1 represents a ___________ patient.
normal healthy
ASA 4 represents a patient with a severe systemic disease that is a constant ___________ to life.
ASA 4 represents a patient with a severe systemic disease that is a constant ___________ to life.
What is the main characteristic of ASA 1 patients?
What is the main characteristic of ASA 1 patients?
Provide examples of conditions that could classify a patient as ASA 2.
Provide examples of conditions that could classify a patient as ASA 2.
What can elevate an ASA 1 patient to ASA 2 classification?
What can elevate an ASA 1 patient to ASA 2 classification?
What does ASA 3 indicate about a patient's health status?
What does ASA 3 indicate about a patient's health status?
Patients classified as ASA 3 can walk up one flight of stairs but must stop because of ___________.
Patients classified as ASA 3 can walk up one flight of stairs but must stop because of ___________.
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ASA Physical Status Classification
ASA Physical Status Classification
A system used to categorize patient health before surgery and anesthesia.
ASA 1
ASA 1
Normal, healthy patient with no significant medical conditions.
ASA 2
ASA 2
Patient with mild systemic disturbance, like well-controlled conditions.
ASA 3
ASA 3
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ASA 4
ASA 4
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ASA 1 characteristics
ASA 1 characteristics
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ASA 2 examples
ASA 2 examples
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ASA 1 to ASA 2 elevation
ASA 1 to ASA 2 elevation
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ASA 3 patient ability
ASA 3 patient ability
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ASA 3 health status
ASA 3 health status
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ASA 4 threat
ASA 4 threat
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Class 6 Addition
Class 6 Addition
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Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment
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Patient Classification
Patient Classification
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Physical Status
Physical Status
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Anesthesia Risk
Anesthesia Risk
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Study Notes
ASA Physical Status Classification System
- Classification system that assesses the physical health of patients prior to anesthesia.
- Ranges from ASA 1 (healthy) to ASA 6 (brain-dead).
Addition of "E" to Classifications
- "E" added to ASA Classes 5 & 6 signifies "emergency."
- Reflects situations where immediate operation is necessary.
Overview of ASA Classifications
- ASA 1: Normal healthy patients with no systemic disturbance.
- ASA 2: Patients with mild systemic disease, or healthy patients with significant anxiety.
- ASA 3: Patients with severe systemic disease that limits activities but is not life-threatening.
- ASA 4: Patients with severe systemic disease posing a constant threat to life.
- ASA 5: Moribund patients who are not expected to survive without surgery.
- ASA 6: Brain-dead patients whose organs are being harvested for donation.
ASA 1 Description
- Healthy individuals with no organic pathology.
- Can perform physical activities without distress.
- Represents a "green flag" for dental treatment; generally does not require medical consultation.
ASA 2 Description and Examples
- Moderate systemic disturbance; can lead to distress during physical activity.
- Serves as a "yellow flag" indicating caution in treatment.
- Common conditions include well-controlled diabetes, hypertension, mild asthma, and social smoking or drinking.
Factors Elevating ASA 1 to ASA 2
- Conditions such as mild respiratory issues, pregnancy, or active allergies can reclassify a normally healthy patient.
- Increased anxiety toward dental procedures may also adjust classification to ASA 2.
ASA 3 Description and Examples
- Patients with severe systemic conditions that have significant activity limitations but are not incapacitating.
- "Yellow flag" indicating extreme caution with dental treatment.
- Examples include poorly controlled diabetes, significant heart disease, or respiratory issues.
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Test your knowledge on the ASA Physical Status Classification System with these flashcards. Each card offers definitions and important details about the various ASA classifications from 1 to 6. Ideal for medical students and professionals looking to familiarize themselves with this essential classification system.
