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The document discusses medications used for analgesia (pain relief) and sedation in intensive care units (ICUs). It notes that patients in critical states are often sedated with IV drugs, which can lead to over-sedation and increased recovery time. The most commonly used sedatives are benzodiazepines like midazolam and lorazepam. Opioids are also frequently used for analgesia, with morphine and fentanyl being common options. The document stresses the importance of carefully titrating medications to individu

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