Pre-Operative Assessment

Question 1

What medications are usually prescribed as a routine PRN post-op?

Answer 1

• Metoclopramide
  
  • 10-20 mg TDS PRN PO/IV/IM
• Ondansetron
  
  • 4-8 mg BD PRN PO/IV
• Paracetamol
  
  • 1 g Q4h PRN PO/IV
• Coloxyl and senna
  
  • 1-2 tabs BD PRN PO

Question 2

What are the main principles involved in undertaking a pre-op assessment?

Answer 2

• Airway maintenance
• Allergies
• Co-morbidities that might cause problems during surgery
• Anaesthetic record
• FHx
• Risks and explanation
• Consent and reassurance