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What ASA Physical Status classification is assigned to a well-controlled asthmatic patient?

  1. ASA I
  2. ASA II
  3. ASA III
  4. ASA IV
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Correct answer: B. ASA II

As with well-controlled diabetes or hypertension, a well-controlled asthmatic with mild, non-limiting disease is classified ASA II. (Poorly controlled or severe asthma with frequent exacerbations would push the classification higher, to ASA III.)

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