Abstract
Posterior spinal fusion (PSF) surgery for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is an extensive procedure with a notoriously painful postoperative recovery often necessitating large doses of opioids. While opioids provide potent analgesia for moderate to severe pain, these medications also have adverse effects, including nausea and vomiting, constipation, and an increased risk for hypoventilation. As a result, the addition of multimodal analgesia (MMA) adjuncts to perioperative pain regimens is becoming an increasingly common practice to reduce opioid requirements and consequently minimize opioid-induced side effects for patients undergoing PSF surgery.
Sigma Membership
Non-member
Type
DNP Capstone Project
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
Case Study/Series
Research Approach
Translational Research/Evidence-based Practice
Keywords:
Idiopathic Scoliosis, Posterior Spinal Fusion, Ketamine
Advisor
Lisa Herbinger
Degree
DNP
Degree Grantor
Samford University
Degree Year
2025
Recommended Citation
Kraus, Anna C., "Ketamine: Pain Management Efficacy in Adolescent Spinal Fusion Surgery" (2025). Group: Samford University Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing. 196.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/samford/196
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