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Which of the following is the definition of conscious sedation?

A
A minimally depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway and respond appropriately to physical stimulation or verbal command.
B
A significantly depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway and respond appropriately to physical stimulation or verbal command.
C
A minimally depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway.
D
A significantly depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway.
High-Yield Explanation
Conscious sedation is defined as a minimally depressed level of consciousness as opposed to deep sedation or general anesthesia. Remember that there are four stages of anesthesia (analgesia → delirium → surgical anesthesia → respiratory paralysis) and only in the first stage (analgesia) is the patient conscious. The patient should be able to maintain an airway and respond to stimulation and command.
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