Pre-anaesthetic Evaluation & Airway · NEET PG Preparation Anaesthesia
Which of the following pre-operative fasting guidelines endorsed by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) for elective procedures in adult…
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Which of the following pre-operative fasting guidelines endorsed by the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) for elective procedures in adult patients undergoing general anaesthesia is correct?
- A.Clear liquids: minimum 2 hoursCorrect answer
- B.Breast milk: minimum 4 hours
- C.Light meal (toast and clear tea): minimum 4 hours
- D.Non-human milk / infant formula: minimum 2 hours
Solution
Current ASA guidelines allow clear liquids up to 2 hours before elective procedures involving general anaesthesia. Breast milk requires 4 hours, infant formula and non-human milk require 6 hours, and a light meal requires 6 hours.
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