Sedation in the medical field refers to the process of using medications or techniques to induce a state of relaxation, calmness, and reduced anxiety in patients. Sedation is commonly used during medical procedures to help patients feel more comfortable and at ease, and may be administered in various levels of sedation, from minimal sedation to deep sedation. The goal of sedation is to make the patient more cooperative and ease any discomfort or anxiety they may be experiencing during a medical procedure. Sedation is commonly used in areas such as surgery, dentistry, and diagnostic imaging.