Which of the following is a medication-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands,either alone or accompanied by light tactile stimulation.In addition,no interventions are required to maintain a patent airway,and spontaneous ventilation is adequate.

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Moderate sedation is characterized by a depression of consciousness where patients can respond purposefully to verbal commands or light tactile stimulation, and there is no need for airway intervention as spontaneous ventilation is adequate.

Which of the Following Is a Medication-Induced Depression of Consciousness