ABCS Anesthesia and Perioperative Care Flashcards

Which anesthesia type is most commonly used for minor outpatient cosmetic procedures such as lip fillers or Botox injections in a US cosmetic surgery practice?

Answer: Topical or local anesthesia

Topical or local anesthesia is preferred for minor non-surgical cosmetic procedures because it provides adequate pain control with minimal systemic risk.

What is the primary goal of a pre-anesthetic evaluation before a cosmetic surgery procedure?

Answer: To identify patient risk factors and optimize safety

A pre-anesthetic evaluation identifies comorbidities, allergies, and risk factors to ensure the safest anesthesia plan for the patient.

Which of the following is a contraindication to administering epinephrine-containing local anesthetics in cosmetic surgery?

Answer: Uncontrolled hypertension or severe cardiovascular disease

Epinephrine is a vasoconstrictor that can exacerbate cardiovascular instability in patients with uncontrolled hypertension or severe heart disease.

In the ABCS context, what does 'NPO after midnight' mean for a patient scheduled for general anesthesia?

Answer: Nothing by mouth after midnight to reduce aspiration risk

NPO (nil per os) after midnight means the patient must not eat or drink to minimize the risk of pulmonary aspiration during anesthesia induction.

Which monitoring parameter is considered mandatory throughout all cosmetic surgical procedures performed under general anesthesia in the US?

Answer: Continuous pulse oximetry and capnography

Continuous pulse oximetry and capnography are required by AAAASF and JCAHO standards to monitor oxygenation and ventilation throughout general anesthesia.

What is the recommended recovery position for a post-anesthesia patient who is unconscious or semiconscious after cosmetic surgery?

Answer: Lateral recovery (recovery) position

The lateral recovery position keeps the airway open and reduces the risk of aspiration if vomiting occurs during emergence from anesthesia.