nounfemininepl: sedations
sedação
1. The act of administering a sedative drug to calm or put someone to sleep
The patient was given sedation before the surgical procedure.
O paciente recebeu sedação antes do procedimento cirúrgico.
2. A state of reduced consciousness or calmness induced by sedative drugs
The patient remained under light sedation during the dental work.
O paciente permaneceu sob sedação leve durante o trabalho odontológico.
3. The effect or condition of being sedated; a calmed or drowsy state
Deep sedation was necessary for the complex surgical operation.
Sedação profunda foi necessária para a operação cirúrgica complexa.
In both Brazilian and American medical contexts, sedation is a standard practice for procedures ranging from dental work to major surgeries. The term is used professionally in hospitals and clinics, and patients are typically informed about sedation options before procedures. In Brazil, sedação is commonly discussed as part of pre-operative protocols in both public (SUS) and private healthcare systems.
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