sedation score

A sedation score is a tool that healthcare providers use to assess how alert or sleepy a patient is. It helps determine the level of sedation induced by medication or procedures. Scores range from fully alert and awake to very sleepy or unresponsive. For example, a low score indicates the patient is alert, while a high score suggests deep sleep or unconsciousness. This assessment ensures the patient's safety and helps providers adjust medication dosages to achieve the desired level of sedation without overdoing it. It’s a standardized way to monitor sedation levels objectively.