5 Questions
Which tests are often the most useful for preoperative evaluation in geriatric patients?
Electrocardiogram (ECG), hematocrit (Hct), and hemoglobin (Hgb)
For which type of surgery should cardiac testing be reserved in geriatric patients?
Intermediate- or high-risk surgery
When is referral to a pulmonologist indicated for geriatric patients?
If the patient has signs and symptoms of undiagnosed or decompensated lung dysfunction
What are considered major indicators of cardiovascular risk in geriatric patients?
Unstable coronary syndrome, decompensated heart failure, significant or unstable dysrhythmias, and severe or critical valvular disease
What organ systems experience significant alterations in the geriatric population due to the aging process?
Many organ systems
Learn about the alterations in organ systems and co-morbidities experienced by the geriatric population, and how they impact anesthesia techniques. Presented by Dr. Atef Sabah, this lecture covers important considerations for anesthesia in the elderly.
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