ASA Physical Status Classification MCQ — NEET PG Practice Question | NEETPGAI
ASA Physical Status Classification
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A 72-year-old woman with a history of myocardial infarction 8 months ago, currently on dual antiplatelet therapy and a beta-blocker, presents for elective total knee replacement. She reports dyspnea on climbing two flights of stairs and has ankle edema. On examination, blood pressure is 145/92 mmHg, heart rate 88 bpm, and bilateral ankle edema is present. What is the most appropriate next step in management?
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