Full Description
This practical, portable handbook provides comprehensive, up-to-date information for all clinicians who need to perform preoperative assessments. The emphasis on both the pathophysiology of disease states relevant to anesthesiology, and the history and physical examination required for diagnosis and laboratory testing gives readers the necessary tools to apply to patients in diverse practice settings. Detailed case studies, tables, and illustrations enhance the topics covered in the book. Other features include: chapters regarding risk assessment, data management, electronic medical records, and development of practice guidelines.
Contents
Risk Assessment and Risk Modification Preoperative Testing Ischemic Heart Disease Nonischemic Cardiac Disease Pulmonary Disease Endocrine Disorders Hematologic Issues Renal Disease Hepatobiliary Disease Musculoskeletal and Autoimmune Diseases Neurologic Disease Psychiatric Disease and Substance Abuse The Pediatric Patient Anesthetic Issues Miscellaneous Issues Perioperative Management Issues Organizational Infrastructure of a Preoperative Development of Practice Guidelines Preoperative Data Management Case Studies in Preoperative Evaluation Index
