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anaesthetist Pre-assessment

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Hello

I am due to have surgery next week and at my pre-assessment last week the nurse said I would need an appointment with the anaesthetist. She said this would be a telephone appointment. Today, I was contacted and asked to go in on Friday to meet with the anaesthetist. I’m a bit worried now and don’t know what to expect. So you know what they will cover just so I can be more informed and prepared?

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  • Hello and thanks for posting,

    Usually the anaesthetist will take a medical history, and ask about any current medications or known drug allergies.

    They will sometimes listen to the chest with a stethoscope, or order a routine ECG (heart tracing). They may outline the type of anaesthetic they will use, eg. a general anaesthetic, and if appropriate, they may also provide information about any pain relief, eg. intravenous (drip into vein), or tablet medication pain relief. 

    You can ask them any questions at this time.

    I hope that this helps,

    Best wishes,

    Vanda

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  • Hello and thanks for posting,

    Usually the anaesthetist will take a medical history, and ask about any current medications or known drug allergies.

    They will sometimes listen to the chest with a stethoscope, or order a routine ECG (heart tracing). They may outline the type of anaesthetic they will use, eg. a general anaesthetic, and if appropriate, they may also provide information about any pain relief, eg. intravenous (drip into vein), or tablet medication pain relief. 

    You can ask them any questions at this time.

    I hope that this helps,

    Best wishes,

    Vanda

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