Which of the following is an indication for a spinal anaesthetic?
a. The patient is currently on warfarin therapy.
b. The patient has comorbidities that may contraindicate the use of general anaesthesia.
c. The patient has raised intracranial pressure (ICP).
d. The patient has a wound infection at the site of insertion.
ANS: B
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