Decreasing Postop Delirium with Dexmedetomidine vs Propofol

Authors

Isabel Bannister, RN, BSN, SRNAFollow
Abigail Kurtz, RN, BSN, SRNAFollow
Abigail Banko, RN, BSN, SRNAFollow
Reid Blaylock, RN, BSN, SRNAFollow
Tracy McClinton, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, EPB-CFollow
Caitlan Bradford, RN, BSN, SRNAFollow

DOI

10.21007/con.dnp.2023.0066

Faculty Advisor

Tracy McClinton, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, EPB-C

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

Spring 4-29-2023

Disciplines

Investigative Techniques | Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing

Abstract

Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication that contributes to increased length of hospital stay, impaired recovery, and can affect long-term outcomes. Recently, research has been conducted to determine if certain anesthetic agents decrease the likelihood of developing POD. However, no clear protocol for prevention exists. This scoping review aimed to analyze the current literature to determine the efficacy of dexmedetomidine versus propofol at preventing POD.

Recommended Citation

Bannister, RN, BSN, SRNA, Isabel; Kurtz, RN, BSN, SRNA, Abigail; Banko, RN, BSN, SRNA, Abigail; Blaylock, RN, BSN, SRNA, Reid; McClinton, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, EPB-C, Tracy; and Bradford, RN, BSN, SRNA, Caitlan , "Decreasing Postop Delirium with Dexmedetomidine vs Propofol" (2023). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. Paper 66. http://dx.doi.org/10.21007/con.dnp.2023.0066.
https://dc.uthsc.edu/dnp/66