Conscious sedation is produced by intravenous administration of pharmacologic agents.
The patient under conscious has a depressed level of consciousness, however is able to maintain a patent airway independently and continuously. The RN is educationally and experientially prepared as defined in Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 112, Section 80B. 2. The procedure is in accordance with currently accepted standards of practice for the purpose of administering IV conscious sedation. Written protocols which address specific drugs to be used for conscious sedation, the purpose, goals, techniques, desired outcomes of administration, and the recommended dose per kilogram of body weight that may be safely administered by an RN, taking into account the patient's age and co-morbidities.