Minor periop cardiovascular risk conditions - ANSWER -advanced age
-abnormal ECG
-irregular rhythm
-low functional capacity
-CVA hx
-uncontrolled systemic HTN
-obesity
-palpitations
, -minor valve disease
One MET is defined as - ANSWER amount of 02 consumed while sitting at rest
-3.5 mL 02/kg/min
METS categories - ANSWER 1: at rest
3-4: light housework, golf
4-5: weightlifting, vigorous exercise
6: moving furniture
8: basketball
10: competitive soccer
Preop 12 lead conditions - ANSWER -Known CAD
-PAD
-significant arrhythmia
-Cerebrovascular disease
*do not obtain for low-risk procedures*
Pre-op stress testing - ANSWER In pts with higher-risk procedures & METs <4
*only if it will change management*
Pre-op ECHO - ANSWER -unknown cause of dypnea
-pts with HF with worsening dyspnea
-Decreased METs
-Valve dysfunction
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