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Archive >  Surgical Drugs 2004

The Ins and Outs of Intravenous Sedation

A look at the drugs and techniques used to administer minimal, moderate and deep sedation.

Jan Odom-Forren, MS, RN, CPAN, FAAN

Categories: Anesthesia, Product Reports, Safety, Supplies/Implants
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