mild sedation

Frequency: 6.57.8 per million words

A light level of sedation where the patient is relaxed and awake, able to respond to commands.

sedationADJECTIVE + NOUN

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mild

Examples (10)

  • For the minor procedure, the patient received mild sedation.
  • The dentist opted for mild sedation to ease her anxiety during the filling.
  • Patients typically remain conscious and responsive under mild sedation.
  • They administered mild sedation to the child before the MRI scan.
  • The doctor explained that mild sedation would help him relax without losing awareness.
  • Recovery from mild sedation is usually quick, allowing patients to go home soon.
  • The nurse monitored the patient closely after giving her mild sedation.
  • Some diagnostic tests require only mild sedation to ensure patient comfort.
  • He was given mild sedation to reduce discomfort during the endoscopy.
  • The goal of mild sedation is to create a calm state while maintaining cooperation.