SRNAMurse

FYI: Canidates that sit for the cert. exam and have NICU experience have overall higher scores than do any other background.

MAC level is the concentration of anesthetic present in the alveoli to produce lack of movement to surgical stimuli. The mechanics of MAC is the actual percentage of atmospheric pressure the anesthetic gas is exerting on the alveoli. At sea level 1 atmosphere is equal to 760 millimeters of mercury- If you anesthetise an individual at a MAC of 1, this means the minimum alveoli concentration to produce the anesthesia is 1 percent of the atmospheric pressure (760mmHg). The anesthesia is exerting 7.6 millimeters of murcury of pressure in the lung.

So you’re not just happy to post here?……. I heard the best answer to your question from a classmate. He calculated out what he would need for the monthly crap with a cushion of coorifice then took the rest and put it into an high yield CD for 6 or 10 or…. Months. He estimated the money would earn him enough to pay for the interest on the loan for the year. Just a thought.

I agree with the consensus, retake the classes!?! On a different issue, the thought of earning a wage that provides financial security for you and your family make’s you sick? I’m sure I could hook you up with a worthy charity to donate to.

A great resource is (aana.com) your professional organization. The AANA has a committee on accreditation, I am sure they would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.