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  1. LMA Insertion

    ali anesthesia posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    In the essence of clinical topics, I would like a discussion on how you insert LMAs. Do you do it with cuff totally deflated or partially inflated. I do it both ways, and am not sure if one is...

  2. Need Help FAST Please. RE: Inappropriate discharge

    ali anesthesia replied to Monica RN,BSN's topic in General Nursing

    The hospital should have a discharge planning department. These people can work magic in finding places that accept Medicaid. Hopefully this patient has a family who will assist in finding a place...

  3. Clinical discussion... as requested!

    ali anesthesia replied to EmeraldNYL's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Good scenario. I have seen one case of MH and it is something I will never forget. It is my understanding that any agent can trigger MH, but it is mostly seen with succinylcholine. This will not...

  4. Is organic chemistry required?

    ali anesthesia replied to Nursing P.'s topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    It is crucial that you have a thorough understanding of inorganic, organic and biochemistry if you have any interest in becoming a CRNA. The better foundation you have on these topics, the easier it...

  5. Reasons NOT to be CRNA

    ali anesthesia replied to Terpole's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Lizz, You did a nice financial analysis of opportunity loss in regards to nurses and nurse anesthesia education. However, you left out a few very important considerations. Most nurse anesthetists...

  6. Economics of The New Grad CRNA

    ali anesthesia replied to zaga21's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Buying my house was the single best investment I ever made. Depending on your area of the country, now may be an excellent time to purchase--low interest rates, buyer's market. I would like to add a...

  7. CRNA vs Physician Salaries

    ali anesthesia replied to paindoc's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I suggest you reveal who you are and your motivations. If you want to get involved in a ....ing contest, be prepared to suffer the consequences. No matter how you or anyone else try to manipulate...

  8. CRNA vs Physician Salaries

    ali anesthesia replied to paindoc's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    The real question is: what is the value of administering anesthesia. The ASA has established that years ago with their relative value guide. It seems like the value of administering anesthesia is...

  9. I dont think this falls within the practice standards...

    ali anesthesia replied to jer_sd's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Easy answer. All of the accrediting agencies (including those who accredit office surgery centers) require an RN to circulate. There are not two different standards of care, one for hospitsls, one...

  10. the stress as a CRNA

    ali anesthesia replied to sunshine32's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You have to decide what is best for you and how you handle stress. Yes, anesthesia can be stressful and there are days that you earn every dollar you make, and there are days that are boring and...

  11. Ethical/Legal question

    ali anesthesia replied to Sis123's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I don't want to get in a contest of the wits with you, but I continue to believe you are off-base. Believe me, I understand the legal concept of informed consent and know of the multitudes of studies...

  12. Deciding whether to drop out CRNA school?

    ali anesthesia replied to micugirl's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    On another board, there is a lot of discussion from CRNAs regarding the caliber of people applying for anesthesia school. It is the general consensus that more and more people are applying because...

  13. Ethical/Legal question

    ali anesthesia replied to Sis123's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have read through all of these posts and wish to say a few things. It is most unfortunate that you had a complication that may have been related to anesthesia. But I think you are way off course...

  14. Flamed during report.

    ali anesthesia replied to gentle_ben_RN's topic in PACU

    Another perspective--I have problems with PACU nurses not wanting to take the patients from the OR. They are always understaffed and busy or want the patient street ready when they get them. If you...

  15. Do you miss the pace of ICU?

    ali anesthesia replied to kyliern's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Just compare how much burn out there is in ICU and anesthesia. Being a CRNA is more of a career than most other types of nursing. How many older ICU nurses do you find? Most CRNAs consider...

  16. Does time pass slow in the OR?

    ali anesthesia replied to Chip_04's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I employ nurse anesthetists and if I found one reading a magazine while doing anesthesia, they would be out in a second. The patient deserves your total attention and nothing less. It is amazing...

  17. Deciding whether to drop out CRNA school?

    ali anesthesia replied to micugirl's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I once heard a wonderful lecture from a very prominent CRNA. This person is well known in both anesthesia and surgery circles as being an excellent clinician. In her lecture, she told about how hard...

  18. boards

    ali anesthesia replied to gasgalcrna's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Ted, Welcome to the best profession there is. You are now part of a very elite group of individuals. Hope you get involved with all aspects of being a nurse anesthetist and give the best anesthesia...

  19. Does time pass slow in the OR?

    ali anesthesia replied to Chip_04's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Sure anesthesia can be boring, so if it is excitement you want, try something else. I happen to love the boring part and am not interested in a lot of drama or adrenalin rushes. Watch the patient,...

  20. respiratory therapists becoming CRNAs????

    ali anesthesia replied to mommy2BCD's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Most of you are talking about techniques and recipe cards. I hate to inform you, but anesthesia is much different. Sure there are techniques to learn, IVs and Intubations, regional blocks and...

  21. California CRNA Programs

    ali anesthesia replied to CoCo612's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    There are quite a large number of jobs in California and all of the CRNAs in those positions are happy and proud. Important not to spread unsubstantiated rumors.