Preanesthetic Preparation

Question 1

Preanesthetic Preparation

Answer 1

The preoperative anesthesia assessment should be made by the anesthesia representative before the scheduled surgery.

Question 2

ASSESSMENT TO DETERMINE ANESTHESIA CHOICE: Pre-anesthetic Preparation

Answer 2

1. Explains - Anesthesia
2. Discusses - Medical History
3. Medical Conditions
4. Physical Examination
5. Laboratory Results
6. Preoperative Medications
7. NPO- 6-8 hrs prior to sx

Question 3

pre-operative medications are given when?

Answer 3

pre-operative medications are usually given one hour before surgery but may be given intravenously after the patient arrives in the surgical suite