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What is the minimum pain score that should trigger pain management using the Behavioral Pain Score (BPS)?
What is the minimum pain score that should trigger pain management using the Behavioral Pain Score (BPS)?
Which of the following analgesic methods can be used for patients who are awake and cooperative?
Which of the following analgesic methods can be used for patients who are awake and cooperative?
When managing sedation, what is the primary aim in terms of patient state?
When managing sedation, what is the primary aim in terms of patient state?
Which medication is preferred when additional sedation is required for mechanically ventilated patients?
Which medication is preferred when additional sedation is required for mechanically ventilated patients?
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What should be considered when using propofol or dexmedetomidine for sedation?
What should be considered when using propofol or dexmedetomidine for sedation?
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In which condition is deep sedation particularly indicated?
In which condition is deep sedation particularly indicated?
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Which adjunct medication can be considered alongside opioids to manage neuropathic pain?
Which adjunct medication can be considered alongside opioids to manage neuropathic pain?
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When should pain be assessed in ICU patients?
When should pain be assessed in ICU patients?
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What is the recommended pain score threshold for initiating pain management using the Critical Care Pain Observational Tool (CPOT)?
What is the recommended pain score threshold for initiating pain management using the Critical Care Pain Observational Tool (CPOT)?
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Which of the following is considered a first-line sedative for mechanically ventilated patients?
Which of the following is considered a first-line sedative for mechanically ventilated patients?
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What is the correct interval for assessing sedation in ICU patients?
What is the correct interval for assessing sedation in ICU patients?
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Which type of sedatives is preferred over benzodiazepines due to a lower incidence of delirium?
Which type of sedatives is preferred over benzodiazepines due to a lower incidence of delirium?
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In which scenario is deep sedation warranted?
In which scenario is deep sedation warranted?
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What adjunct medication could be used in combination with opioids for neuropathic pain management?
What adjunct medication could be used in combination with opioids for neuropathic pain management?
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What is the primary goal of light sedation in ICU patients?
What is the primary goal of light sedation in ICU patients?
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Which scoring method is not designed for unconscious patients in pain assessment?
Which scoring method is not designed for unconscious patients in pain assessment?
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What is the lowest pain threshold indicated for administering paracetamol intravenously?
What is the lowest pain threshold indicated for administering paracetamol intravenously?
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What should be considered when using intravenous midazolam for sedation in unstable patients?
What should be considered when using intravenous midazolam for sedation in unstable patients?
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Study Notes
Sedation & Pain Management
- Light sedation and pain management in ICU patients are crucial to avoid complications and conflicts with other goals, like weaning from mechanical ventilation and early mobilization.
- The principle is to prioritize analgesia before sedation. Use an analgesic (usually an opioid) first, then a sedative to reach the sedation goal.
- Aim for minimal sedation unless contraindicated.
- Titrate analgesic and sedative drugs to a target, using the lowest effective dose.
- Identify risk factors and implement prevention measures for delirium.
- Pain, sedation, and delirium should be assessed objectively using validated tools.
- Use pharmacological and non-pharmacological strategies to manage pain, agitation, and delirium.
Pain Management
- Use validated pain scales (e.g., Behavioral Pain Score (BPS), Critical Care Pain Observational Tool (CPOT), Visual Analogue Score (VAS)) to monitor pain.
- Assess pain at least every 4 hours.
- Initiate pain management when pain scores meet predefined thresholds (e.g., ≥ 5 for BPS, ≥ 3 for CPOT, ≥ 3 for VAS).
- Opioid-based analgesia is the mainstay of pain management.
- Consider adjunctive therapies (e.g., paracetamol, IV ketamine) to reduce opioid dose and pain severity.
Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA)
- PCA can be used for awake and cooperative patients.
- Administer an analgesic prior to a procedure that causes pain, using the lowest effective dose possible and timing the administration to coincide with the procedure's peak effect.
- Gabapentin or carbamazepine can be combined with opioids to manage neuropathic pain (e.g., Guillain-Barré syndrome).
Regional Analgesia
- Consider regional analgesia for selected surgical or trauma patients (e.g., thoracic epidural analgesia in post-operative abdominal aortic aneurysm surgery or traumatic rib fractures).
Pharmacological Agents for Pain Management
| Drug | Bolus Dosage | Infusion Dosage | Max Dosage | Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV Fentanyl | 0.35 - 0.5 µg/kg | 0.5 - 2 µg/kg/h | Cumulative in hepatic impairment | |
| IV Morphine | 2-4 mg | 2-10 mg/h | Cumulative in renal and hepatic impairment (avoid if GFR < 20); Ileus with high doses | |
| IV Ketamine | 0.1-0.35 mg/kg | 0.1-0.5 mg/kg/h | Dissociative disorder with higher doses; Hypotension (intravenous); Liver dysfunction | |
| IV/PO Paracetamol | 500 mg - 1 gm or 15 mg/kg q6h PO: 500 mg - 1 gm q6h |
4 g/day |
Pharmacological Agents for Sedation & Agitation Management
| Drug | Bolus Dosage | Infusion Dosage | Max Dosage | Side Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IV Fentanyl (high dose) | 100-200 µg/hr | 50-500 µg/hr | Cumulative in hepatic impairment | |
| IV Propofol 1% | 1-2 mg/kg | 50-200 mg/h | 4 mg/kg/h | Cumulative in hepatic impairment; Fatty liver; Hypotension; Hypertriglyceridemia; Pancreatitis; Propofol infusion syndrome; Infection |
| IV Midazolam | 0.01-0.05 mg/kg | 0.02 - 0.1 mg/kg/h | Respiratory depression; Hypotension; Delirium; Agitation | |
| IV Dexmedetomidine | 0.2-0.7 µg/kg/h | 1.5 µg/kg/h | Hypotension |
Sedation Management
- Assess sedation every 4 hours.
- Aim for light sedation with the patient being awake, calm, and comfortable.
- Use analgesia-first sedatives (morphine or fentanyl) in mechanically ventilated patients.
- If additional sedatives are required, non-benzodiazepines (propofol or dexmedetomidine) are preferred.
- Consider adding intravenous midazolam or propofol infusion for deep sedation.
- Reassess the need for deep sedation and wean sedatives when no longer required.
- Use dexmedetomidine in patients unable to wean off the ventilator due to agitated delirium.
- Use benzodiazepines to provide amnesia for procedures or in patients with anxiety, seizures, alcohol withdrawal, or palliation.
Deep Sedation Scenarios
- Head injury requiring cerebral protection
- Post-cardiac arrest care
- Patients on high vasopressors or inotropes
- Patients on high ventilatory settings
- Patients in prone position
- Patients with massive pulmonary hemorrhage
- Patients with severe bronchial asthma
- Patients with tetanus
- Patients on neuromuscular blocking agents
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This quiz covers essential principles of sedation and pain management for ICU patients. It emphasizes the importance of prioritizing analgesia before sedation and using validated tools for pain assessment. Key strategies for managing pain, agitation, and delirium are also discussed.
