Conscious Sedation

A drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation. No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway. (From: American Society of Anesthesiologists Practice Guidelines)

Year introduced: 1991

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Tree Number(s): E03.250

MeSH Unique ID: D016292

Entry Terms:

• Moderate Sedation
• Sedation, Conscious
• Sedation, Moderate

Previous Indexing:

• Anesthesia, Dental (1973-1990)
• Preanesthetic Medication (1980-1990)

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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Anesthesia and Analgesia
Conscious Sedation