The Effect of Early Beta-Blockade with Esmolol on Therapy Intensity Level in Adults with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury.

Following severe traumatic brain injury (TBI), elevated catecholamine levels are associated with worsened secondary brain injury and poorer clinical outcomes. The mechanisms are uncertain but may include cerebral ischemia and blood-brain barrier disruption, with consequent cerebral edema manifesting as intracranial hypertension. Early beta-blockade (EBB) may mitigate these detrimental hyperadrenergic effects.

The Dark Side of Safety: A Call for a More Thorough Consideration of Racism and Collective Power Motivations in the Social Psychology of Firearms.

This paper situates current social psychological research on the symbolic use of firearms (e.g., as a source of personal safety) in broader historical context to motivate a more thorough consideration of collective power motives.

We've been here before: Reactions to the murder of George Floyd and subsequent protests for justice.

Unlabelled: Although experiences with police vary widely by race in the United States, many Americans expressed negative reactions to the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police in May 2020, which led to racially diverse protests for Floyd's justice.

Objective: This study assessed differences in Black and White Americans' reactions to the murder of George Floyd and the presence of White Americans at the subsequent protests for justice.

Method: Black and White Americans ( = 290) took part in an online study in which they responded to questions regarding their reactions to the murder of George Floyd, the subsequent protests for justice, and critical knowledge (e.

Research priority setting in plastic and reconstructive surgery: A systematic review.

Background: The health research agenda has historically been led by researchers; however, their priorities may not necessarily align with those of patients, caregivers and clinicians. Research priority setting initiatives identify and prioritise topics which lack evidence. This is particularly important in plastic surgery, a speciality lacking high-quality evidence to definitively answer many common clinical questions.