Article
Procedural sedation and analgesia in rural and regional emergency departments
Sédation et analgésie procédurales dans les services d'urgence ruraux et régionaux
Fall 2013
Volume 18 - Issue 4
Rovina Fiona Pinto, Munsif Bhimani, William Ken Milne, Kathryn Nicholson
Details
ISSN Number: 12037796
Language: English/French
Format: PDF
Pages: 16–22
Content Summary
This article investigates the use of procedural sedation and analgesia (PSA) in rural emergency departments, focusing on the agents used and the comfort level of physicians. A survey of 55 physicians reveals that fentanyl and propofol are commonly used, while newer agents like ketofol are less frequently administered. The study highlights the need for ongoing education and training to ensure safe and effective PSA practices in rural settings.
Tags
Procedural medicineAnesthesiaRural medicineMedical educationPrimary care