The drug of choice for sedating mechanically ventilated patients in the ICU for longer than 24 hours is which of the following?
a. Lorazepam (Ativan)
b. Midazolam (Versed)
c. Diazepam (Valium)
d. Propofol (Diprivan)
ANS: A
Lorazepam (Ativan) is the drug of choice for sedating mechanically ventilated patients in the ICU for longer than 24 hours.
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