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Analgesic agents in critical care

A J Donnelly, R E Lamb

    Critical Care Nursing Clinics of North America
    |June 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    Critical care pain management involves opioids, nonopioid analgesics, and local anesthetics. Understanding their indications, mechanisms, and side effects ensures optimal patient selection for effective pain relief.

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    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Pharmacology
    • Critical Care Medicine

    Background:

    • Pain management is crucial in critical care settings.
    • Opioids, nonopioid analgesics, and local anesthetics are commonly used.
    • Appropriate agent selection impacts patient outcomes.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review commonly used analgesic agents in critical care.
    • To detail their indications, mechanisms, adverse effects, and administration routes.
    • To guide the selection of the most suitable analgesic for critical care patients.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of analgesic agents.
    • Analysis of indications for use.
    • Examination of mechanisms of action.
    • Review of adverse reaction profiles.
    • Assessment of administration routes.

    Main Results:

    • Opioids, nonopioid analgesics, and local anesthetics are primary analgesic choices.
    • Detailed information on each agent class is presented.
    • Understanding agent-specific profiles is key.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective pain management in critical care requires careful consideration of analgesic properties.
    • Selection should be based on indications, mechanism, adverse effects, and administration.
    • This review provides a framework for optimal analgesic selection.

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