Diseases
preoperative sedation
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Overview
Preoperative preparation areas are the most commonly used areas for sedative administration. Sedative administration and patient monitoring during paediatric preoperative sedation is performed mainly by anaesthesiologists. Pulse oximetry and respiratory rate is monitored in most hospitals during preoperative sedation
Symptoms
- indication not disease
Causes
- indication not disease
Risk factors
- indication not disease
Diagnosis
- indication not disease
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is preoperative sedation?
Preoperative preparation areas are the most commonly used areas for sedative administration. Sedative administration and patient monitoring during paediatric preoperative sedation is performed mainly by anaesthesiologists. Pulse oximetry and respiratory rate is monitored in most hospitals during preoperative sedation
What are the symptoms of preoperative sedation?
indication not disease
What causes preoperative sedation?
indication not disease
Which medicines are used for preoperative sedation?
lorazepam, midazolam, promethazine
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