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From: A randomized controlled proof-of-concept trial of early sedation management using Responsiveness Index monitoring in mechanically ventilated critically ill patients

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Responsiveness Index (RI) sedation monitor used in the trial. For intervention patients, the screen presented a running trend over several hours, with the most recent value presented on an arbitrary scale of 0–100, with a colour code of RED (<20), AMBER (20 to 40); and GREEN (>40). In addition to the colour trend, the following prompts were automatically presented according to RI value: RED high risk of over-sedation. Ensure adequate analgesia if responsive to stimuli, e.g., suctioning/physiotherapy. Reduce sedation dose if no eye-opening to physical stimuli. AMBER: moderate risk of over-sedation. Ensure adequate analgesia. Reduce sedation if no eye-opening to physical stimuli. GREEN: low risk of over-sedation. Ensure adequate analgesia. Continue current sedation unless patient agitated

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