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What is the purpose of an anaesthetic opinion?
What is the purpose of an anaesthetic opinion?
- To perform surgery
- To assess the patient's medical history (correct)
- To administer anesthesia
- To prescribe medication
Which patient would be most likely to require an anaesthetic opinion?
Which patient would be most likely to require an anaesthetic opinion?
- A healthy young adult
- A patient who recently had a physical exam
- A patient with a minor cold
- A chronically unwell patient (correct)
Which test is typically included in pre-operative assessment?
Which test is typically included in pre-operative assessment?
- Urea and electrolytes (correct)
- Hepatitis B surface antigen
- Thyroid function test
- Lipid panel
What is the purpose of a full blood count in pre-operative assessment?
What is the purpose of a full blood count in pre-operative assessment?
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Under what circumstances should an anaesthetic opinion be considered for a patient?
Under what circumstances should an anaesthetic opinion be considered for a patient?
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Which test is commonly included in pre-operative assessment?
Which test is commonly included in pre-operative assessment?
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Under what circumstances should an anaesthetic opinion be considered for a patient?
Under what circumstances should an anaesthetic opinion be considered for a patient?
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