Dear Colleague,
This
tool provides decision-support information to assist you in evaluating
and managing patients before and after surgery. Information is gathered
from major authoritative sources on these topics, often supported by
extensive evidence which you can review in the source guidelines (see
references). The author of the app has tried to faithfully present the
recommendations and guidance of others and not to substitute his own
judgment.
This app relies on the fact that you know the goals and
agendas for preoperative evaluation. The app is no substitute for
knowledge, training, and experience in this work. The app is merely a
quick reference of reminders and updates on material you already know.
And
like any other general guide, this tool suggests how you might approach
preop evaluation for the average patient, but it may not tell you what
to do for the unique patient before you now in your unique setting. So
remember, use this as merely a general starting point and then tailor
your care to your patient in your setting in your community with your
resources.