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Comparison of the effect of protocol-directed sedation with propofol vs. midazolam by nurses in intensive care: efficacy, haemodynamic stability and p

Journal of Clinical Nursing, Jun 2008, vol. 17, no. 11, p. 1510-7,
ISSN: 0962-1067.
AU Huey-Ling-L, Chun-Che-S, Jen-Jen-T.

Research in Taiwan comparing the use of propofol versus midazolam administered by nurses in intensive care as a sedative, using a protocol. Participants were randomised to either group and the effects on sedation, haemodynamic stability, pulse oximetry saturation, assessment on the APACHE score, duration of and weaning time from mechanical ventilation, length of stay, costs and patient satisfaction were examined. 27 refs.

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