Effects of perioperative Midazolam administration on postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing general anesthesia: An evidence-based practice analysis

Abstract

Patients undergoing general anesthesia are at risk of developing postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) with reported incidences ranging from 30% to as high as 80% in high-risk populations. The fear of experiencing nausea or vomiting after surgery is often stated to be the number one concern of patients, even over postoperative pain. PONV is a distressing experience for patients and can lead to longer stays in the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), prolonged time to discharge, patient dissatisfaction, and increased costs. The incidence of PONV depends on a variety of factors including age, sex, non-smoking status, use of opioids postoperatively, history of motion sickness or prior episodes of PONV. Additional non-patient related factors include laparoscopic surgery, anesthetic gases, medications, and duration of surgery.

Authors

Haley R. McMillin

Author Details

Haley R. McMillin, DNAP, CRNA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Other Graduate Paper

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Other

Research Approach

Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice

Keywords:

Midazolam, Nausea, Vomiting, Postoperative, PONV, General Anesthesia

Advisor

Chandler, Holly

Degree

Doctoral-Other

Degree Grantor

Bryan College of Health Sciences

Degree Year

2019

Recommended Citation

McMillin, Haley R., "Effects of perioperative Midazolam administration on postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing general anesthesia: An evidence-based practice analysis" (2024). Group: Bryan College of Health Sciences Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) Collection. 56.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/group_bryan_dnap/56

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