Practical and portable, this handbook offers comprehensive, up-to-date information for all clinicians who need to perform preoperative assessments. Written by leading experts in preoperative evaluation and management, the book provides a thorough understanding of the pathophysiology of disease states relevant to anesthesiology and surgery and offers guidelines on history taking, physical examination, recommended diagnostic tests, and patient care. Detailed case studies, tables, and illustrations complement the text.
• Two new chapters cover the evaluation of the pregnant patient and preoperative assessment for specific procedures and locations, particularly out-of-OR and ambulatory procedures.
• Includes new and updated guidelines for cardiac evaluation for non-cardiac surgery, infective endocarditis prophylaxis, management of patients with coronary stents, ACC/AHA guidelines for preoperative evaluation, recommendations for preoperative medications, including beta-blockers, and preoperative risk assessment for patients at risk for pulmonary complications.
• New patient scenarios for problem-based case studies to aid in both learning and teaching.
• Enhanced interior design includes bullet lists and tables to facilitate quick reference.