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Can you explain the difference between iv sedation and iv general anesthesia?
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IV vs GA.: There are 4 levels of sedation, the "deepest" is general anesthesia. A very detailed answer is at https://www.Asahq.Org/for-members/clinical-information/~/media/for%20members/documents/standards%20guidelines%20stmts/continuum%20of%20depth%20of%20sedation.Ashx.
Answered 1/26/2015
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