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Valproic Acid in the ICU for Agitation and Delirium
Up to 70% of ICU patients experience agitation
or delirium Opioids ... benzodiazepines used for pain ... & agitation can ... Allows patient-caregiver ... #Delirium #pharmacology
Pain, Agitation, and Delirium (PAD) in the ICU
Addressing the ICU Triad (PAD) can be accomplished through
Pain, Agitation, ... Opioids: • Fentanyl ... A dissociative drug ... No pharmacologic ... #Agitation #Delirium
Quick Guide: Buprenorphine Initiation Algorithm
Adjunctive meds: 
The following can be prescribed PRN for symptoms of withdrawal
Buprenorphine Initiation Algorithm ... Support for Hospital Opioid ... Use Treatment (SHOUT ... Management #Addiction #Opiate ... #Prescribing #Inpatient