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Implementation of Routine Cognitive Screening in the Preoperative Assessment Clinic
Julia B Sherman1,2, Abhirup Chatterjee2, Richard D Urman2
1From the University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois.
Abstract:
Traditional systems of anesthesia evaluation do not routinely incorporate cognitive screening into preoperative assessments of vital organ systems. Increasing recognition of the importance of preoperative cognitive assessment of the elderly surgical patient has resulted in a "call to action" from experts in this area. A paradigm shift will be necessary to make this screening routine and not just a research tool. We describe our preliminary experience with developing a training program and implementing routine cognitive screening in a preoperative evaluation clinic. We outline a process showing our successful clinical implementation of sustainable cognitive stratification and documentation of routine cognitive screening.
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