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What does sedation mean?

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Noun
  1. The act of sedating, especially by use of sedatives.
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These medications carry an increased risk of progression into deep sedation or general anesthesia.
We do often give some intravenous sedation for the stronger peels such as the phenol peel.
Patients had their throat sprayed with lignocaine before endoscopy and were also offered intravenous sedation with midazolam.
Historically, vital signs were used to determine the level of sedation in critically ill patients.
Valerian also inhibits the enzyme-induced breakdown of GABA in the brain, with concomitant sedation.
A side effect of many of these drugs is sedation, so it's better to take them before going to sleep at night.

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