Abstract
Research suggests that the use of dexmedetomidine (DEX)improves patient outcomes during alcohol withdrawal, including decreased intubation time and reduction in alcohol withdrawal symptoms. A retrospective chart review of adult patients in ICU with alcohol withdrawal was completed. It was determined that a DEX evidence-based medication regimen was not regularly implemented.
Sigma Membership
Eta Alpha
Lead Author Affiliation
Marymount University, Arlington, Virginia, USA
Type
Poster
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Alcohol Withdrawal, Evidence-based Practice, Medication Protocol
Recommended Citation
Becker, Susan E., "Retrospective review comparing three pharmacological methods of treating alcohol withdrawal patients in ICU" (2018). INRC (Congress). 163.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2018/posters_2018/163
Conference Name
29th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Melbourne, Australia
Conference Year
2018
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Retrospective review comparing three pharmacological methods of treating alcohol withdrawal patients in ICU
Melbourne, Australia
Research suggests that the use of dexmedetomidine (DEX)improves patient outcomes during alcohol withdrawal, including decreased intubation time and reduction in alcohol withdrawal symptoms. A retrospective chart review of adult patients in ICU with alcohol withdrawal was completed. It was determined that a DEX evidence-based medication regimen was not regularly implemented.