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Figure 2

From: Impact of oral melatonin on critically ill adult patients with ICU sleep deprivation: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Figure 2

A bedside flowchart for agitation management in ICU patients. 1Always aim for RASS target =0/-1 (patient awake and tranquil, well adapted despite invasive tool and critical condition). RASS target may be between -2 to -4 if required by clinical conditions. 2Sepsis, hypo-perfusion, hypo/hyperglycemia, hypoxia, fever, electrolyte imbalance, alkalosis/acidosis. 3Mode of ventilation; bladder catheter positioning; bronchial aspiration.

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