Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Procedural Sedation

A drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation. No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

A drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation. No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway.

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Synonyms

4 entry terms
  • Conscious Sedation
  • Moderate Sedation
  • Sedation, Conscious
  • Sedation, Moderate

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Indexing Annotation

coordinate IM with specific procedure (IM) or specific sedative, analgesic or anesthetic (IM with no qualifiers)

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History Note

2026 (1991); use CONSCIOUS SEDATION 1991-2025; DENTAL SEDATION was see CONSCIOUS SEDATION 1991-1992

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Previous Indexing

  • Anesthesia, Dental (1973-1990)
  • Preanesthetic Medication (1980-1990)

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  1. E03.250

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Procedural Sedation. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D016292. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D016292
  2. Procedural Sedation. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q104949028