State-of-the-Art Sedation: An Interactive Case-Study Discussion- The combined use of sedatives and analgesics in critically ill adults is key to optimizing patient comfort and safety. But it is unquestionably challenging for critical care practitioners -- a balance of science and art. Without agreed-upon target levels of sedation, different members of the healthcare team may have disparate treatment goals, thereby increasing the likelihood of iatrogenic complications and potentially impeding recovery. An interdisciplinary ABCDE bundle of care is a strategy for bringing the best of critical care research to the bedside. The components of this bundle are: AB, the combined use of Awakening (daily sedation cessation) and Breathing trials; C, Choice of sedative; D, Delirium screening and management; and E, Early exercise. This activity uses a case-study format to review and discuss the ABCDE bundle of care. It is designed to enhance multidisciplinary collaboration in the provision of state-of-the-art sedation for critically ill patients.
Describe the valid and reliable delirium assessment tools recommended for use in the ICU.
List the components of an early exercise and mobility protocol in the ICU.
Identify common barriers to implementation of daily sedation cessation.
Describe the valid and reliable delirium assessment tools recommended for use in the ICU.
List the components of an early exercise and mobility protocol in the ICU.
Identify common barriers to implementation of daily sedation cessation.
1.0 Free CEUs for Nurses (approved by AACN + ANCC)
This course also offers Free CEUs for Physicians and Pharmacists
Expires 7-15-13