Chapter 11, Problem 1CS

(1)

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The moderate sedation differs from general anesthesia.

Case summary:

A 53-year-old woman is scheduled to have a colonoscopy this morning, and she is very anxious. The anesthesia provider has explained the moderate (conscious) sedation that is planned, but the patient says after the anesthetist leaves the room, “I’m so afraid of feeling it during the test. The reason for they don’t just put to sleep.

(2)

Summary Introduction

To answer:

The nurse’s best answer to the patient’s question.

Case summary:

A 53-year-old woman is scheduled to have a colonoscopy this morning, and she is very anxious. The anesthesia provider has explained the moderate (conscious) sedation that is planned, but the patient says after the anesthetist leaves the room, “I’m so afraid of feeling it during the test. The reason for they don’t just put to sleep.

(3)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The importance of assessment of the nurse before this procedure is performed.

Case summary:

A 53-year-old woman is scheduled to have a colonoscopy this morning, and she is very anxious. The anesthesia provider has explained the moderate (conscious) sedation that is planned, but the patient says after the anesthetist leaves the room, “I’m so afraid of feeling it during the test. The reason for they don’t just put to sleep.

(4)

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The anesthesia provider prepares to administer morphine and midazolam (versed) before the procedure. The purpose of these two medications during moderate sedation. The methods of dosages adjusted when these are given together.

Case summary:

A 53-year-old woman is scheduled to have a colonoscopy this morning, and she is very anxious. The anesthesia provider has explained the moderate (conscious) sedation that is planned, but the patient says after the anesthetist leaves the room, “I’m so afraid of feeling it during the test. The reason for they don’t just put to sleep.