Procedures and patient on vivitro or suboxone

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Wed, 12/05/2018 - 13:55
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Marilyn Hargett
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Procedures and patient on vivitro or suboxone

Hello,
How does your organization prepare for procedures for known drug addicts in recovery and scheduled for a procedure, such as a Transespohageal Echocardiogram (TEE).

What meds are used to sedate? We generally use fentanyl and versed however that does not work for these individuals.

How do you identify this patient population to avoid giving opiate/narcotics,

Does your EMR alert providers?

If you have process or guidelines you are willing to share that would be most appreciative.
Thank you

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