What information regarding her health history is important to obtain from her mother to
plan her perioperative care? Select all that apply and explain your rationale.
a. Current known health status
b. Current method of feeding
c. Parent's employment status
d. Immunization status
e. Adoption status
f. Gross motor milestones
a, b, d, e
Because S.G. was adopted, it is important to determine her current health status. Determining
any signs or symptoms of illness or medical problems since the adoption is important before
scheduling surgery. Her current diet, feeding style, and devices should be assessed. In addition, her
allergies and current immunization status should be documented. It is also important to have legal
documentation of adoption status for the purpose of surgical consent.
Parent's employment status and attainment of gross motor milestones are not necessary information
for preoperative health status.
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