Indiana Administrative Code (Last Updated: December 20, 2016) |
Title 844. MEDICAL LICENSING BOARD OF INDIANA |
Article 844IAC2.2. PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS |
Rule 844IAC2.2-1.1. Definitions |
Section 844IAC2.2-1.1-11. "Moderate sedation/analgesia" defined
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(a) For purposes of IC 25-27.5, "moderate sedation/analgesia" (also referred to as "conscious sedation") means a drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation.
(b) The following are conditions that a patient under moderate sedation/analgesia may experience:
(1) No interventions are required to maintain a patent airway, and spontaneous ventilation is adequate.
(2) Cardiovascular function is usually maintained.
(Medical Licensing Board of Indiana; 844 IAC 2.2-1.1-11; filed Apr 6, 2010, 2:52 p.m.: 20100505-IR-844090164FRA)