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Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for thrombosis in patients with diabetes undergoing major surgery?
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk factor for thrombosis in patients with diabetes undergoing major surgery?
- Pregnancy/puerperium
- Reduced mobility for more than 3 days
- Airway assessment (correct)
- Trauma or surgery
What BMI level is considered a risk factor for thrombosis in patients with diabetes undergoing major surgery?
What BMI level is considered a risk factor for thrombosis in patients with diabetes undergoing major surgery?
- >40 kg/m2
- >30 kg/m2 (correct)
- >35 kg/m2
- >25 kg/m2
Which of the following medical conditions is NOT mentioned as a risk factor for thrombosis in the text?
Which of the following medical conditions is NOT mentioned as a risk factor for thrombosis in the text?
- Obesity
- Diabetes mellitus
- Varicose veins with phlebitis
- Rheumatoid arthritis (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to blood sugar control difficulties necessitating an insulin sliding scale?
Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to blood sugar control difficulties necessitating an insulin sliding scale?
Apart from age and obesity, which of the following is mentioned as a risk factor specifically related to surgery for thrombosis?
Apart from age and obesity, which of the following is mentioned as a risk factor specifically related to surgery for thrombosis?
What is a cyst?
What is a cyst?
How are ulcers classified?
How are ulcers classified?
What is the edge of an ulcer characterized by?
What is the edge of an ulcer characterized by?
In examining an ulcer, what does a watery discharge typically indicate?
In examining an ulcer, what does a watery discharge typically indicate?
What makes a cyst different from an ulcer?
What makes a cyst different from an ulcer?
What is the role of general practitioners in preoperative assessment?
What is the role of general practitioners in preoperative assessment?
Why should a chaperone always be present during medical examinations?
Why should a chaperone always be present during medical examinations?
In the context of preoperative assessment, what is the purpose of assessing past medical history?
In the context of preoperative assessment, what is the purpose of assessing past medical history?
Why is it important to check and treat infections preoperatively?
Why is it important to check and treat infections preoperatively?
According to UK National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines, when are investigations typically more necessary?
According to UK National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines, when are investigations typically more necessary?
Why is it recommended to postpone elective surgery if a patient is found to be anemic?
Why is it recommended to postpone elective surgery if a patient is found to be anemic?
What are the factors contributing to anemia, vitamin deficiency, steatorrhea, and/or diarrhea after extensive resection or gastrectomy?
What are the factors contributing to anemia, vitamin deficiency, steatorrhea, and/or diarrhea after extensive resection or gastrectomy?
Which of the following is considered a postoperative complication related to upper airway obstruction?
Which of the following is considered a postoperative complication related to upper airway obstruction?
Inadequate sterilization of surgical instruments, hands, dressing, and contamination by nasal or skin carriers among staff are examples of:
Inadequate sterilization of surgical instruments, hands, dressing, and contamination by nasal or skin carriers among staff are examples of:
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of postoperative hypoxia?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of postoperative hypoxia?
What is a common factor leading to postoperative renal failure?
What is a common factor leading to postoperative renal failure?
Which of the following contributes to postoperative complications at a patient's return to the ward?
Which of the following contributes to postoperative complications at a patient's return to the ward?
What is the recommended time frame for infants to have a clear drink before anesthesia?
What is the recommended time frame for infants to have a clear drink before anesthesia?
For how long should elective surgery be postponed after a myocardial infarction?
For how long should elective surgery be postponed after a myocardial infarction?
What should patients with hiatus hernia, obesity, pregnancy, and diabetes take before surgery?
What should patients with hiatus hernia, obesity, pregnancy, and diabetes take before surgery?
At what BMI level does nutritional impairment typically start?
At what BMI level does nutritional impairment typically start?
For patients with diabetes, how often should their blood sugar levels be checked?
For patients with diabetes, how often should their blood sugar levels be checked?
When should patients on the afternoon surgery list be given breakfast?
When should patients on the afternoon surgery list be given breakfast?
