Chloe A G Uffendell, an anaesthetist in Leeds, UK, stresses the importance of providing clearer and more accessible information about medications to patients. She highlights the challenges in communicating the risks and benefits of perioperative drugs, especially when unforeseen medications may be needed during surgery. An example she mentions is sugammadex, a neuromuscular blocking agent used during anesthesia. Uffendell emphasizes the importance of improving patient education on medications to ensure informed decision-making and better understanding of potential risks and benefits in the perioperative setting.
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Better patient information would improve consent process for anaesthetic drugs
