Publications by authors named "Kelly N McNorton"
Pharmacotherapy
June 2014
Article Synopsis
- This study compares the effectiveness and safety of using fentanyl for analgosedation versus propofol for traditional sedation in critically ill patients on mechanical ventilation.
- Results showed that the duration of mechanical ventilation and ICU length of stay were similar for both groups, but significantly fewer patients on fentanyl needed additional opioid pain relief compared to those on propofol.
- The findings suggest that fentanyl may provide better pain management without impacting ventilation duration or increasing delirium risk, making it a viable sedation option in critical care settings.
