#230 Comparing Sedation and Analgesia in the Ventilated Patient - Propofol, Precedex, Fentanyl, Ketamine

WhiteBoard Medicine - Emergency And Critical Care · Mar 8, 2026 · 20m

In this episode, we compare sedation and analgesia options in the ventilated patient, focusing on four key ICU medications: propofol, dexmedetomidine (Precedex), fentanyl, and ketamine. Designed for nursing students, ICU clinicians, and emergency and critical care professionals, this episode provides a practical framework for choosing and managing sedatives and analgesics in mechanically ventilated patients. We break down how each medication works, their clinical advantages and limitations, and when one agent may be preferred over another. You’ll learn how to balance sedation and pain…