Comparing two sedatives to lower delirium in ventilated patients
This trial compares two sedation medicines commonly used for patients on a breathing machine (ventilator). The goal is to see if one of them helps prevent confusion or delirium while patients are in the intensive care unit (ICU).
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You are expected to need a breathing machine (ventilator) for more than 24 hours.
- You are not hospitalized primarily due to a stroke or severe head injury.
- You do not have active seizures or alcohol withdrawal at the time you enter the hospital.
- You do not have a history of dementia or severe memory/thinking problems.
- You must survive the first 48 hours after starting on the breathing machine.
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