Abstract

Emergence from general anesthesia (GA) can lead to a broad spectrum of cognitive and behavioral dysregulation in the young adult population. This includes emergence delirium (ED), an acute alteration in mental sttus or behavior after surgery that is typically transitory. Emergence delirium is a common application that can present in the immediate post-operative period. In patients undergoing maxillofacial surgery it can often be intensified by pain, anxiety, and fear. Additional risk factors related to ED include male sex, utilization of an endotracheal tube (ETT), volatile anesthetics, and pain-provoking or longer-duration surgeries. Researchers have found that more than hald of patients undergoing ear, face, or throat surgical procedures may be at risk of ED.

Rebecca Outlaw

Author Details

Outlaw, Rebecca, BSN, RN

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Lead Author Affiliation

Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, USA

Type

DNP Capstone Project

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

Case Study/Series

Research Approach

Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice

Keywords:

Emergence Delirium, Dexmedetomidine Infusion, Proporol Infusion, Young Adults

Advisor

Ledbetter, Maria

Second Advisor

Herbinger, Lisa

Degree

DNP

Degree Grantor

Samford University

Degree Year

2023

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Review Type

None: Degree-based Submission

Acquisition

Self-submission

Date of Issue

2023-02-14

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