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Police Officers Use Of Ketamine To Subdue Alleged Criminals, Maria Onofre, Peter Platterborze
Police Officers Use Of Ketamine To Subdue Alleged Criminals, Maria Onofre, Peter Platterborze
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This review highlights the recent use of ketamine to subdue alleged criminals as an anesthetic. The history and usage of ketamine are studied as a focus on the implementation of ketamine to treat different human needs. The properties and similarities to PCP are compared. All forms of administration, both legal and illegal, and dosages are studied. The review is concluded by a look at the use of ketamine by law enforcement, especially by the Aurora police department.