Prehabilitation Components — FRCA Final MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Exercise, nutritional optimisation, psychological preparation
Three pillars: structured exercise (aerobic + resistance, 3-4×/week, 4-6 weeks), nutritional optimisation (protein, micronutrients, carb loading), psychological preparation (anxiety management, education, goal setting). Plus smoking cessation ≥4 weeks, alcohol reduction, anaemia correction.
Reference: RCOA/CPOC – 2023 – Prehabilitation guidelines