Can anybody share any first hand experience with being coded, on a vent, sedated, etc

[Bruce_Wayne]

Has any member of the forum ever been resuscitated, put on a vent and/or otherwise sedated or in a coma? If so can you give us a little description of what it was like, what you remember, and anything else that might be interesting?

I often wonder what my patients are going through but rarely get the opportunity to ask this question.

[Bruce_Wayne, ASN, RN]

Very glad so many people have replied and I thank each and every one of you for your answers.

[jagsound]

I had a two week long intubated and sedated experience a year ago. I have told my story to some nurses who all were very glad that I did. Are you still interested in peoples experiences?