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    • Pulse oximetry and respiratory assessment have limitations in detecting adequate ventilation.
    • Capnography is recognized as the optimal indicator for respiratory depression.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the implementation of a capnography monitoring program.
    • To enhance the safe care of high-risk patients receiving narcotics.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of a capnography monitoring program for high-risk patients.
    • Utilizing capnography as the primary tool for assessing respiratory status.

    Main Results:

    • Early recognition of respiratory depression was achieved through capnography.
    • The monitoring program enabled safe administration of narcotics.

    Conclusions:

    • Capnography implementation significantly improves patient safety during narcotic administration.
    • This monitoring strategy allows for the safe management of patients receiving intravenous and intrathecal narcotics.