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Ajunctive therapies: sedation, anagelsis, NMB Flashcards

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What is analgesic / sedative agents used for?

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facilitate mechanical ventilation = patient safety + PTSD

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What is used if sedation does not work alone?

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NMB added = improve effectivness of MV

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What can NMB cause?

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prolonged skeletal muscle weakness

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When should NMB be avoided in patients?

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  • on corticosteroids - increase crticial illness

- polyneuropathy risk

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What doses should be used?

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  • intermittent bolus doses/ continous infusion of NMB + monitor patient carefully
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