Why the study?
What is the level of patient knowledge regarding peri-operative care and anaesthesia?
Population
166 patients
Design
Cross-sectional
Authors
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Patients' misconceptions about fasting and pain warrant targeted education; leaves open whether addressing them improves peri-operative outcomes.
What is the level of patient knowledge regarding peri-operative care and anaesthesia?
Patients have significant misconceptions about peri-operative care, particularly regarding fasting and pain management, highlighting the need for clear communication by anaesthetists.
Hume et al. (1994) studied this question.
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