Question 1

is propofol dangerous?

Accepted Answer

No, if......: All medications can be dangerous if used inappropriately.  However, if used correctly and within accepted guidelines, medications, including propofol, are considered safe and effective.  Propofol should only be used by anesthesiologists who have been properly trained on its use.

Question 2

could you really die of propofol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Propofol has reportedly been approved in some areas (i.e. Missouri department of corrections) to use as an ingredient for lethal injections in death penalty cases. High doses of Propofol can cause respiratory arrest.

Question 3

how can i experience propofol high?

Accepted Answer

You cant: There is no Propofol high its take the medication go unconscious then wake up.
Of course there is the Michael Jackson factor so its not a drug to toy with.

Question 4

what are operation theater protocols ?

Accepted Answer

Rules: I presume rules for operation rooms where students can watch surgeries for educational purposes.

Question 5

can propofol be used for status epileptus?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Propofol can be used in combination with other medicines for status epilepticus.  Typically it is not a first line agent to stop a seizure or status epilepticus.  If it has gotten to the point where Propofol is being employed, then the patient is likely in an ICU and multiple agents have already been tried.

Question 6

protocol in using extended-release morphine?

Accepted Answer

Protocol?: Are you asking how often it is dosed?  It is usually prescribed 2-3 times per day on a regular (not as needed) schedule.

Question 7

does propofol really have antinausea properties?

Accepted Answer

Propofol : Yes Propofol does have anti emetic properties.

Question 8

does the tabata protocol workout work? im 5'3 and i weigh 211.

Accepted Answer

Tabata = HIIT: Tabata is one method of high intensity interval training. It has some science behind it. Check out http://healthland.Time.Com/2012/09/04/we-tried-this-fast-and-furious-tabata/ & http://www.Menshealth.Com/deltafit/unbelievable-4-minute-cardio-workout. But to get benefit as demonstrated in studies, you have to push yourself until ready to pass out or puke. Obviously you'll need to build up to that.

Question 9

are most anesthesia deaths due to not following proper protocols?

Accepted Answer

Not most: But few. This is highly protected data and hospitals are mandated to follow proper protocols by state and federal laws . Most deaths are not likely to be related to not following protocols. Some probably still are.

Question 10

what happens when you overdose on propofol that actually kills you?

Accepted Answer

Several effects: There is no such thing as an absolute Propofol overdose. This is a very useful med for sedation and anesthesia. But, it will lower blood pressure, and in high doses stop breathing. It will cause a patient to relax, so that even if he/she is trying to breathe, the tongue can fall back and obstruct breathing. For all these reasons, an anesthesiologist must always supervise Propofol administration.

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