PAD Guidelines Sedation Strategy Selector

Select optimal ICU sedation strategy per SCCM PAD/PADIS guidelines based on diagnosis, ventilator mode, and delirium risk factors.

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Select optimal ICU sedation strategy per SCCM PAD/PADIS guidelines based on diagnosis, ventilator mode, and delirium risk factors

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Diagnosis — The diagnosis recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Ventilator mode — The ventilator mode recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Delirium risk factors — The delirium risk factors recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the pad sedation result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the diagnosis, ventilator mode, delirium risk factors for the scenario you are assessing. Select optimal ICU sedation strategy per SCCM PAD/PADIS guidelines based on diagnosis, ventilator mode, and delirium risk factors. Use the pad sedation result to inform your calculation.

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