Mental state. Ketamine has been shown to exacerbate
schizophrenia,34 and this evidence suggests that other
procedural sedation and analgesia options should be used in
such individuals. Although the literature is silent about
ketamine and other forms of psychosis, caution is advised.
Contraindications: Relative (Risks May Outweigh
Benefits)
Age. The previous guideline recommended that ketamine be
avoided in children between 3 and 12 months because of
anecdotal concerns about a potentially higher risk of airway
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