Propofol related infusion syndrome
title: Propofol Related Infusion Syndrome tags: #FFICM notebook: 🌑-FFICM type: inprogress
source: mcqs-and-sbas-in-intensive-care-medicine-oxford-higher-special-training
| Flashcard | type:basic |
|---|---|
| Is propofol an acid or a base? | An acid |
| Is propofol water soluble or lipid soluble? | Lipid soluble |
| Does propofol increase or decrease gluconeogenesis in the liver? | Decrease |
| Does propofol increase or decrease lipid metabolism in the liver? | Decrease |
| Which part of the cell is probably being damaged in Propofol Related Infusion Syndrome? | Electron Transport Chain |
| What dose of propofol puts you at a high risk of propofol related infusion syndrome? | >4mg/kg/hour |
| How long does a propofol infusion need to be going for to be a risk of propofol related infusion syndrome? | More than 48 hours |
| Does administration of carbohydrates increase or decrease risk of propofol related infusion syndrome? | Decrease |
| Does witholding of carbohydrates increase or decrease risk of propofol related infusion syndrome? | Increase |