Which of the following is the definition of conscious sedation?
A minimally depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway and respond appropriately to physical stimulation or verbal command. A significantly depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway and respond appropriately to physical stimulation or verbal command. A minimally depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway. A significantly depressed level of consciousness that retains the patient’s ability to independently and continuously maintain an airway.