Which of the following ASA classifications refers to a patient with mild systemic disease (e.g., asthma)?

a. I
b. II
c. III
d. IV


ASA I Normal healthy patient
ASA II Patient with mild systemic disease
ASA III Patient with severe systemic disease
ASA IV Patient with severe systemic disease that is a constant threat to life
ASA V Moribund patient who is not expected to survive without the operation
ASA VI A declared brain-dead patient whose organs are being removed for donor purposes

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