Question

A 58-year-old with obesity and hypertension needs elective cholecystectomy. What are ASA fasting guidelines for healthy adults?

Accepted Answer

NPO solids 6 h, clear liquids 2 h

Answer

NPO solids 8 h, clear liquids 6 h

Answer

NPO solids 4 h, clear liquids 1 h

Answer

No clear liquids within 8 h

Answer

No fasting needed

Practice question

A 58-year-old with obesity and hypertension needs elective cholecystectomy. What are ASA fasting guidelines for healthy adults?