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1
Q

what is the review of systems?

A

focused set of questions pertaining to medical history

2
Q

what does the acronym NPO stand for and what does it mean?

A

Non Per Os “nothing by mouth”

- refers to the number of hours the pt has gone without food or drink prior to surgery

3
Q

what part of the patient’s H & P is in his/her own words?

A

chief complaint

4
Q

what is included in the vital signs?

A

HR, BP, temp, RR, (SpO2)

5
Q

what body systems are prioritized in the history and physical examination performed preoperatively for an anesthesia consultation?

A

pulmonary

cardiovascular