Optimizing Sedation in the Mechanically Ventilated Patients: An Evidence-Based Approach

Geeta Mehta, MD, FRCPC

Assistant Professor, University of Toronto, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Canada
May, 2002

Presented at the Victoria Spring Critical Care Conference,
Victoria, British Columbia
40 minutes duration.

Objectives:

• Understand the importance of correct sedation practices in ICU patients
• Review evidence supporting the use of sedation scoring scales
• Review data regarding continuous vs. bolus sedation, and pausing sedation infusions daily

• This event is eligible for Section 2 CME credit as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and may also be incorporated into a personal learning project (PLP) under Section 4 (Structured Learning Projects).
• This event is eligible for one hour of Section 2 CME credit