The Experts Guide to Treating Agitation

Treating agitation is a big part of inpatient and emergency psychiatric treatment. In the emergency department agitation accounts for 2.6% of total patient encounters. Knowing which medications to use and how to use them is critically important. Today I’m going to discuss all the options for the treatment of acute agitation in clinical practice. Time Stamps Introduction: 00:00 to 00:56 What is agitation: 00:57 to 01:36 Verbal De-escalation: 01:37 to 02:41 Thinking about medication: 02:42 to 03:41 Route of administration: 03:42 to 05:10 Haloperidol: 05:11 to 06:43 Olanzapine: 06:44 to 07:52 Ziprasidone: 07:53 to 09:11 Risperidone: 09:12 to 09:51 Benzodiazepines: 09:52 to 11:25 Lorazepam: 11:26 to 12:18 Midazolam: 12:19 to 13:17 Combinations of Medications: 13:18 to 15:05 Special Cases (the interesting stuff): 15:06 to 16:38 Physical Restraints: 16:40 to 18:19 Conclusion: 18:20 to 19:38 For additional content see our other social media accounts: https://www.Shrinksinsneakers.com Instagram: @Shrinks_In_Sneakers Facebook: @ShrinksInSneakers Twitter: @AndPsychiatry Disclaimer: This is not medical advice, and the information is provided for educational purposes only. Please consult your doctor for any specific medical questions. All content is created for informational purposes only. The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your doctor, go to the emergency department, or call 911. We do not endorse any specific treatment, tests, or procedures. Reliance on this information is solely at your own risk.