Premedication

Premedication is an important part of preoperative management of all patients. It involves the optimization of underlying medical conditions and implementation of risk reduction therapies. Anxiolytic medications still have a place, particularly in certain patient populations. Important classes of dr...

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Published in:	Anaesthesia and intensive care medicine Vol. 22; no. 12; pp. 765 - 768
Main Authors:	Watson, Will, Capek, Adam
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier Ltd 01-12-2021
Subjects:	Anaesthesia analgesia antacid antisialogogue anxiolysis preassessment premedication sedative Anaesthesia anxiolysis antacid analgesia preassessment premedication antisialogogue sedative
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Summary:	Premedication is an important part of preoperative management of all patients. It involves the optimization of underlying medical conditions and implementation of risk reduction therapies. Anxiolytic medications still have a place, particularly in certain patient populations. Important classes of drugs to consider in the perioperative period are cardiovascular drugs, anticoagulants and antiplatelets. Aspiration prophylaxis is the main risk-reduction therapy used. Benzodiazepines are still the mainstay of anxiolysis treatment, while topical anaesthesia can be used to aid cannula insertion. The most important aspect is thorough assessment of each patient, and tailoring the premedication to their specific needs.
ISSN:	1472-0299 1878-7584
DOI:	10.1016/j.mpaic.2021.10.006