use propofol and precedex combination to minimize agitation and delirium

• related: ICU sedation
• tags: #permanent
• source: CTICU

• propofol is a sedative and vasodilator
• propofol alone can cause propofol infusion syndrome, metabolic acidosis. propofol infusion syndrome is associated with high dose continuous infusion
• use precedex, alpha agonist, to help with icu delirium and agitation and limit propofol uses

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  • use propofol and precedex combination to minimize agitation and delirium
  • use propofol and precedex combination to minimize agitation and delirium