Preoperative Assessment for Inpatients

AbstractPurpose of the ReviewThis chapter will highlight several important concepts that are relevant to the assessment and optimization of hospitalized patients prior to the administration of an anesthetic.Recent FindingsPatients admitted to hospital comprise a unique population. The risk-benefit ratio of pre-procedural investigations and the economic implications of specific management strategies may be significantly different than for patients managed on an ambulatory basis. The anesthesiologist must have a thorough understanding of these factors. Preoperative workflows provide effective coordination of the necessary resources and ensure that each patient ’s procedure is completed as safely and efficiently as possible.SummaryA working knowledge of reimbursement principles, expertise in local procedural workflows, and the ability to quickly and effectively screen patients for high-risk conditions place anesthesiologists at the center of the perioperative process and the financial viability of their inpatient facility.
Source: Current Anesthesiology Reports - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research