What tests and referrals would you recommend for Mrs Smith?
Mrs Smith presents for a nurse-led pre-admission assessment. She is an insulin-dependent diabetic with a BMI >45.
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
An appointment with the anaesthetic team will be required, because it will be necessary for Mrs Smith to adjust her insulin/diabetic medications due to the fasting requirements.
Blood tests and an ECG will be undertaken due to her heightened BMI.
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