Table 4 Acceptable durations and settings for BIS use
When and where? |
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Duration |
● As long as necessary |
● As long as not causing distress to patient |
● Patient decision |
● Clinical decision |
● Intermittent use – Until appropriate doses of medication established |
● Continuous use – Until the end of life |
Location |
● Acceptable in all settings |
● Particularly useful for home care patients |