Peri-operative care

Question 1

When is a blood transfusion indicated?

Answer 1

PCV <20-25% or >30 % blood loss

Question 2

When should abx be given as prophylaxis?

Answer 2

MUST be given w/i <60 min but >30 min from start of SX

- NO MORE THAN 24 HR POSTOP

Question 3

o How much blood does 1 gauze square equate to?

Answer 3

10-20 mL of blood

Question 4

ASA Category I

Answer 4

Normal healthy patient

 Undergoing elective procedures (OVH, NU)

Question 5

ASA Category II

Answer 5

Patient with mild systemic disease or regulated

 Fracture

Question 6

ASA Category III

Answer 6

patient with severe disease effecting anesthesia/surgery

 Anemia or LV Disease

Question 7

ASA Category IV

Answer 7

patient with severe systemic disease (life threatening)

 DIC, renal failure

Question 8

ASA Category V

Answer 8

moribund patient- not expected to survive 24 hr.

 Shock, severe trauma