Sedation in Ventilated ICU Patients

Contact Hours: 3

Author(s):

Denise Chang BSN, RN, CCRN

Course Overview

In this course, LPNs, RNs, and APRNs will delve into the multifaceted world of sedation management in ventilated critical care patients. The course will start by exploring the foundational concepts through definitions, assessment techniques, and indications and management/treatment of sedation. Learners will gain insight into the nuanced decision-making processes involving the different medications used and the special considerations and complications.

The course focuses on pharmacological properties, dosing considerations, and potential adverse effects. After completing it, learners will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to optimize patient outcomes in a challenging and dynamic critical care environment.

Course Outline

  1. Introduction
  2. Definitions
  3. Assessment
  4. Indications
  5. Management/Treatment
  6. Procedural Levels of Sedation
  7. Medications
  8. Special Considerations/Guidelines and Protocols for Sedation Management
  9. Complications
  10. Ethical Considerations
  11. Research Findings
  12. Commonly Asked Questions by Caretakers
  13. Conclusion

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

  1. Outline proper medication for sedation based on specific patient risks.
  2. Review potential complications and adverse effects of sedation.
  3. Summarize evidence-based guidelines and protocols for sedation management.

Accreditations and Approvals

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  • American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) (P0614)
  • California Board of Registered Nursing (CEP 17418)
  • Kentucky Board of Nursing (7-0090)
  • Louisiana State Board of Nursing (58)
  • Florida Board of Nursing (50-23983)
  • Delaware Board of Nursing (DE-24-010127)
  • Alabama Board of Nursing (#ABNP1577)
  • Iowa Board of Nursing (#393)
  • Kansas Board of Nursing (LT0340-0325)

Approved by the Board of Nursing in every state, you can complete your RN, LVN, and APRN CEUs with confidence.

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

It will take the average learner 180 minutes to complete and awards 3 contact hours of continuing education.

Written For

  • Registered Nurses (RN)
  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirements for Completion

  1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
  2. Read and learn all course materials
  3. Complete the course evaluation
  4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.