Episode 73: Say It Again: Sedation is NOT Sleep

We habitually lie to ourselves and our patients' families when the word “sleep” leaves our tongues in reference to sedated patients. Why is sleep so vital to survival in the ICU? What prevents our patients from preserving their sanity and cognitive function? What has COVID taught us about the role of sleep in the ICU? Dr. Margaret Pisani, intensivist and sleep researcher, ties it all together for us. Photos, transcriptions, and citations at: www.DaytonICUConsulting.com @DaytonICUConsultingGet your CE credit for this episode and all learning you do ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠!Want to bring the revolution to your ICU? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.DaytonICUConsulting.com⁠