Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment [E] » Surgical Procedures, Operative [E04] » Perioperative Care » Preoperative Care
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment [E] » Therapeutics [E02] » Patient Care » Preoperative Care
Health Care [N] » Health Care Facilities, Manpower, and Services [N02] » Health Services » Patient Care » Preoperative Care
Description
Care given during the period prior to undergoing surgery when psychological and physical preparations are made according to the special needs of the individual patient. This period spans the time between admission to the hospital to the time the surgery begins. (From Dictionary of Health Services Management, 2d ed) MeSH
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Subtype Terms (2)
Preanesthetic Medication
4 drugs (3 approved, 1 experimental)
Approved Indicated Drugs (1)
Phase 4 Indicated Drugs (1)
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