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Therapeutic Thursdays: Ketamine Use in Special (K) Populations - The Kritically Ill (C.E.)
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Therapeutic Thursdays: Ketamine Use in Special (K) Populations - The Kritically Ill (C.E.)
FromASHPOfficial
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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Mar 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Ketamine use for the dual purpose of sedation and analgesia in the critical care setting has been increasing dramatically. Ketamine has a unique pharmacologic mechanism of action that has been shown to be effective for various types of pain, sedation and other indications such as alcohol withdrawal, which are commonly seen in an intensive care setting. This podcast with review basic pharmacology and dosing of ketamine and provide guidance on appropriate patient selection for ketamine use in the ICU.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.
Released:
Mar 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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