Monitoring sedation status over time in ICU patients: reliability and validity of the Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale (RASS)

Article Abstract:

The Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale (RASS) appears to be an effective method for identifying critically ill patients who may require a sedative. It is especially useful for patients on a ventilator because it does not require the patient to speak. Instead, it assesses behavior, response to name calling, and duration of eye contact.

Hypnotics and sedatives, Neuropsychological tests

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Delirium as a predictor of mortality in mechanically ventilated patients in the intensive care unit

Article Abstract:

As compared with ventilated patients without delirium, mechanically ventilated patients with delirium have a higher risk of mortality. The study on whether, delirium is an independent predictor of clinical outcomes as mentioned, is conducted.

United States, Science & research, Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Services information, Surgical appliances and supplies, Respirators, Research, Usage, Services, Risk factors, Intensive care units, Ventilators, Ventilators (Medical equipment)

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Delirium in Mechanically Ventilated Patients: Validity and Reliability of the Confusion Assessment Method for the Intensive Care Unit (CAM-ICU). (Caring for the Critically Ill Patient)

Article Abstract:

The Confusion Assessment Method for CU Patients (CAM-ICU) appears to be easy to use and effective in identifying delirium in patients on a ventilator. It includes questions that patients can answer non-verbally even if they cannot talk.

Diagnosis, Testing

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