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ASA Physical Status classification?
24-year-old healthy woman, no disease; 185 lb, 5'3" (BMI ≈ 32.8).
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Correct answer: B. ASA II
BMI ≈ 32.8 (obese, 30–40) → ASA II.
- A. ASA I requires a normal, healthy patient; obesity (BMI 30–40) excludes ASA I.
- B. Correct. Obesity with 30 ≤ BMI < 40 is a mild systemic condition → ASA II.
- C. ASA III would require severe systemic disease (e.g., BMI ≥40 or poorly controlled disease).
- D. ASA IV is severe disease that is a constant threat to life.
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