BS Nursing Critical Care Nursing
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86. A patient is receiving a continuous infusion of propofol for sedation. The nurse observes a new onset of hypertriglyceridemia and metabolic acidosis. What medicinal complication is urgent?

A. Propofol is not working
B. Propofol Infusion Syndrome (PRIS), requiring immediate discontinuation of propofol and supportive care
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C. Hypoglycemia
D. Allergic reaction

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  • Propofol is not working
  • Propofol Infusion Syndrome (PRIS), requiring immediate discontinuation of propofol and supportive care
  • Hypoglycemia
  • Allergic reaction

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