I frequently see both residents and attendings inappropriately using ketamine for agitated patients. Inappropriately both by giving it when it is unecessary and giving it in poor fashion when it is indicated.
EMCrit 185 – Disruption, Danger and Droperidol by Reub Strayer
Danger, Disruption, and Reub Strayer
EMCrit 60 – On Human Bondage and the Art of the Chemical Takedown (Violent Patient Sedation)
In this episode, I discuss the takedown and restraint of the violent, agitated delirium patient. This is a team sport and requires a coordinated approach for the safety of the patient and staff.
