Preoperative Assessment and Premedication in Anesthesia Techniques
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What is the purpose of pre-operative assessment?

  • To identify co-morbidities that may lead to patient complications (correct)
  • To learn about the patient's hobbies
  • To plan the surgical procedure
  • To determine the patient's favorite color
  • When do patients scheduled for elective procedures generally attend a pre-operative assessment?

  • 2-4 weeks before the date of their surgery (correct)
  • On the day of their surgery
  • After the date of their surgery
  • 1-2 months after the date of their surgery
  • What is the goal of preoperative assessment according to the text?

  • To sell insurance to the patient
  • To sell medical equipment to the patient
  • To assess and minimize risks of anesthesia (correct)
  • To provide entertainment for the patient
  • What are the minimum preoperative visit components according to ASA?

    <p>Medical, anesthesia and medication history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of premedication according to the text?

    <p>To help provide optimal conditions for surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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