Propofol (Diprivan) is an intravenous sedative hypnotic that is used in the induction and maintenance of anesthesia and sedation. High-dose infusions have been associated with several serious adverse effects and, when combined, they are known as propofol infusion syndrome (PRIS). Although PRIS is rare, it is frequently fatal if not identified early. The purpose of this article is to raise practitioner awareness to this syndrome, with recommendations for early identification, prevention, and treatment of PRIS.

African American patients with septic shock were treated with higher doses of NE and required longer duration of NE administration compared with white patients.

VIP educated local urban youth about violence and increased their awareness of the injuries resulting from violence. In addition, at-risk youths were exposed to career opportunities in health care.

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