Which of the following is not a proactive approach to prevent unnecessary stress in a surgical patient?: (A) Using minimal access techniques, (B) Nerve blocks, (C) Minimal periods of starvation, (D) Prolonged bed rest
Answer is D. A proactive approach to prevent unnecessary aspects of the surgical stress response areMinimal access techniquesBlockade of afferent painful stimuli (e.g. epidural analgesia, spinal analgesia, wound catheters)Minimal periods of starvationEarly mobilisationRef: Bailey and love 27e pg: 11