In Surgical Patients, What Factor Is the Strongest Predictor of Postoperative

question 10

Multiple Choice

In surgical patients, what factor is the strongest predictor of postoperative mortality?

• A)Extent of the primary disease and operation performed
• B)Serum albumin
• C)BMI
• D)Age

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