Preoperative Survey to Evaluate Patient Allergy

Preoperative Survey to Evaluate Patient Allergy List, Type of Response to Listed Medication, and Its Relevance to Perioperative Care

The study will only involve identification of the listed allergies from the electronic medical record and investigation into the symptoms that prompted this allergy listing. The purpose is to evaluate demographics and prevalence of allergies in patients presenting for surgery, evaluate the medical decision making process behind allergy identification, and determine its potential impact on perioperative care. The participants will be asked to complete a survey in REDCap using an iPad during the visit.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients 0-21 years of age presenting for surgery or procedure requiring anesthesia

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who are not able cognitively to complete the computerized survey due to physical or intellectual impairment or communication issues related to non-English speaking patients