Q: Which one regularly use sedative in ICU can be a very good choice
and getting evaluated for end of life comfort?
Answer:
Dexmedetomidine
Recently there is an interest in using
dexmedetomidine in treating cancer patients at the end of life who are suffering
from intractable pain, agitation or delirium.
References:
Jackson KC, Wang Z, Wohlt P, Fine PG
(2006). "Dexmedetomidine a novel analgesic with palliative medicine potential".
J Pain and Palliative Care Pharmacotherapy 20 (2): 23–7
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