Definition Benzodiazipines decrease the respiratory response to C02. This effect use usually insignificant when benzodiazepines are administered alone, but can be profound when they are co-administered with barbituates or narcotics. Always monitor ventilation in patients that have received benzodiazepines. Always have resuscitation equipment available when patients have received benzodiazepines. Subspecialty General Related Media Keyword history […]