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What is the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score for a patient who is very agitated and pulls on or removes tubes or catheters?
What is the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score for a patient who is very agitated and pulls on or removes tubes or catheters?
At what level of the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score does a patient exhibit non-purposeful movement or patient/ventilation desynchrony?
At what level of the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score does a patient exhibit non-purposeful movement or patient/ventilation desynchrony?
What does a RASS score of 0 indicate about the patient?
What does a RASS score of 0 indicate about the patient?
In the context of sedation levels, what does a RASS score of -2 signify?
In the context of sedation levels, what does a RASS score of -2 signify?
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Under what condition does the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score reach -5?
Under what condition does the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score reach -5?
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When does a patient receive a RASS score of -3 in the context of sedation levels?
When does a patient receive a RASS score of -3 in the context of sedation levels?
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What type of behavior does a patient exhibit when assigned a RASS score of +4?
What type of behavior does a patient exhibit when assigned a RASS score of +4?
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What does the 'S' in the SAVE Mnemonic for De-Escalation stand for?
What does the 'S' in the SAVE Mnemonic for De-Escalation stand for?
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Which condition is characterized by hyperactive delirium with severe agitation?
Which condition is characterized by hyperactive delirium with severe agitation?
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What is a key component of monitoring for patients who receive physical or sedation measures?
What is a key component of monitoring for patients who receive physical or sedation measures?
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Why should veinous blood samples be avoided for glucose analysis?
Why should veinous blood samples be avoided for glucose analysis?
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In a patient with hyperactive delirium, what could be considered as an underlying etiology?
In a patient with hyperactive delirium, what could be considered as an underlying etiology?
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What is the recommended fluid treatment for hyperthermic patients with a temperature above 104F?
What is the recommended fluid treatment for hyperthermic patients with a temperature above 104F?
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Why should restrained patients never be maintained or transported in a prone position?
Why should restrained patients never be maintained or transported in a prone position?
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When should blood samples for glucose analysis be obtained through a finger-stick?
When should blood samples for glucose analysis be obtained through a finger-stick?
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Study Notes
Richmond Agitation/Sedation Score (RASS)
- A RASS score of +4 indicates the patient exhibits combative behavior, engages in violent resistance to care, and may physically try to harm staff.
- A RASS score of -5 indicates the patient is unarousable, does not respond to verbal or physical stimuli, and may require significant sedation.
- A RASS score of -3 indicates the patient is sedated, makes movement, but does not respond to verbal commands.
- A RASS score of -2 indicates the patient is lightly sedated, responds to verbal commands, and may make purposeful movement.
- A RASS score of 0 indicates the patient is alert, calm, and relaxed, and follows commands.
Sedation and Agitation
- Hyperactive delirium with severe agitation is characterized by restlessness, agitation, and combativeness.
- Physical or sedation measures should be used with caution and careful monitoring to avoid complications.
Blood Glucose Analysis
- Blood samples for glucose analysis should be obtained through a finger-stick when the patient is receiving an insulin infusion or has a history of hypoglycemia.
- Venous blood samples should be avoided for glucose analysis due to potential inaccuracies.
De-Escalation Techniques
- The "S" in the SAVE Mnemonic for De-Escalation stands for "Stay calm".
Patient Safety
- Restrained patients should never be maintained or transported in a prone position to avoid complications, such as respiratory distress.
- Hyperthermic patients with a temperature above 104°F should receive fluid treatment to prevent dehydration.
- Patients with hyperactive delirium may have underlying etiologies, such as infection, metabolic disorders, or medication interactions, that should be investigated and addressed.
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Test your knowledge of the Richmond Agitation / Sedation Score (RASS) scale with this quiz. The RASS scale is used to assess the level of agitation or sedation in patients. Learn the different levels from +4 Combative to -5 Unarousable.
