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1. need help with intraop steriod coverage

   sawingzzzz's posted a topic in CRNA

   Is there a formula for how to figure out how much methylprednesone to give iv preop and intra op to cover a person on po steriods? I have looked in m&m and stoelting and there is not a formula to figure it or a dose range listed. thanks!

2. Process for Adults vs. Children

   sawingzzzz's replied to ExCorporateRN's topic in CRNA

   First of all... regarding why halothane for kids...non-pungency...better for inhaled induction. Most adults have an IV and will have an Iv induction then you intubate and hook them up to the iso. If you were to use iso for inhaled induction you wou...

3. Freaking out over boards..HELP

   sawingzzzz's replied to go2slp's topic in CRNA

   sounds like you are working hard. All you need to do is study hard, put in time and effort. If you have 2 weeks left... keep on with what you are doing. You do not have time as of now to add much. good luck.

4. Anesthesologist and CRNA collaboration

   sawingzzzz's replied to GregRN's topic in CRNA

   it all depends on the practice setting you are in. From what i have found the mda's who are used to working with crna's are fine with the situation. Over all i would say in MY experience there is collaborative effort.

5. Too Late to be a CRNA?

   sawingzzzz's replied to ReeseW's topic in SRNA

   most of the people in my class were in their mid 30's to early 40's as i would estimate. there were very few in their 20's and a few over 40. Don't worry, i would say you will be part of the biggest age range.

6. i passed!!!!!!!

   sawingzzzz's replied to sawingzzzz's's topic in CRNA

   The only piece of advice I could give is to be sure and go thru everything in valley. Also, look stuff up in your books as you feel led to. My recipe for success was to look at the "plan" valley gives in the back of the book. I went thru the sweat...

7. i passed!!!!!!!

   sawingzzzz's posted a topic in CRNA

   just stepped out of the shower and got the news!!!!! really kinda freaked when i saw how much paperwork was in the GIANT envelope!! its all good though... best wishes to everyone preparing!!

8. CRNA at last!

   sawingzzzz's replied to XIGRIS's topic in CRNA

   Ya-hoooooo!!!! so glad to hear that!!! how long did it take to recieve your results? still waiting.... Hope you are doing something fun to celebrate!

9. Do I fit career as CRNA

   sawingzzzz's replied to Dino's topic in SRNA

   First, you need some ICU experience. Once you get into that I think you will know for yourself if you do want to persue the crna path. Your advanced science classes will really look good when you interview with a program. good luck.

10. What is everyone studying for boards?

    sawingzzzz's replied to Demoking's topic in CRNA

    what is faust and where would one be able to research it? I am pretty much studying the same stuff as you all. Also, trying to incorporate my class notes on various subjects. Best wishes to everyone!

11. need info on 1099 postions

    sawingzzzz's posted a topic in CRNA

    I am an SRNA who is doing research into what I want in a position. Does anyone have experience with 1099 positions? I realize the salaries are higher as one purchases their own benefits and insurance. My question is are there enough deductions for...