Pre-Transfer Anxiolysis - Analgosedation & Paralysis

Question 1

Pre-transfer anxiolysis medication for a pt demonstrating or verbalizing symptoms of anxiety must also meet these 3 criteria:

Answer 1

1. GCS 15
2. MAP >70
3. No concurrent sedation or parenteral analgesia being delivered

Question 2

What medication is used for pre-transfer anxiolysis, what’s the route and dose?

Answer 2

Lorazepam (Ativan)

1mg PO/SL (max dose 1mg)