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  1. Becoming a CRNA - From One Who Did It

    loisane replied to kmchugh's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Let me also welcome Mike to the board. Input from experienced CRNAs is always welcome here. Mike, I hear what you are saying. I have worked with many fine CRNAs who did not have an ICU background....

  2. Here's what AAs really think of CRNAs

    loisane replied to Athlein1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Thanks for clarifying, and I understand that "choice of words" are just that, and may not have any "hidden meanings". But words are powerful, and we all can gain personal insight into ourselves...

  3. Here's what AAs really think of CRNAs

    loisane replied to Athlein1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have to take issue with this characterization of nurse anesthesia. While physicians may be involved in our EDUCATION, their participation is not the principle defining factor of who we are....

  4. Future Requirements for CRNA schools?

    loisane replied to DanRnWv's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    This is a question of some controversy. Academic centers vary in how they regard the clinical doctorate. My understanding is that while you may not be as fully qualified as the PhD (to be dean, or...

  5. Future Requirements for CRNA schools?

    loisane replied to DanRnWv's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Dan, There is currently some PRELIMINARY discussion regarding moving the entry level degree to the doctorate level. This doctorate would not necessarily be a PhD, although of course it could be....

  6. Interview last yr and denied this year

    loisane replied to RNKLTYM's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I know of schools who only interview once. If you are not accepted, you may still be considered the next year, but they do not re-interview. You might want to be sure your lack of interview means you...

  7. Ketamine for dressing changes

    loisane replied to apaisRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    While ketamine has many properties that would be advantageous in the situation you describe, I believe it is classified as an anesthetic. It is my understanding that it would not be an appropriate...

  8. Shoe Suggestions and Earpiece Thoughts.....

    loisane replied to miloisstinky's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I heard the exact same quote in school! PG, did you go to school out east, or is this one of those universal anesthesia axioms that has made the rounds all over? This was not the universal feeling in...

  9. No Interview

    loisane replied to CRNAsoon's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Amen, Amen, AMEN!!! Listen up guys, Dave speaks true. BTW, if you want a chance at getting accepted without an interview, here is the formula: Take alot of hard sciences, and make all A's. Ace the...

  10. Questions?????

    loisane replied to CRNANUPE_2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    This subject was discussed on this board previously. Here is the link to that discussion: https://allnurses.com/forums/showthread.php?t=69749 Nurse anesthesia does not presently have a formal pain...

  11. Florida CRNA study

    loisane replied to CRNANUPE_2B's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    For the past couple of years there has been a lawsuit working its way through the Florida courts regarding regulation of anesthesia in office based procedures. There was a ruling just last week,...

  12. BSN to PhD anesthesia program?

    loisane replied to OrigamiAirplane's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I believe Rush U in IL has such a program. There may be others that I am not aware of. You can search all the programs on the AANA website. Go to accredited programs, and search for all states. Then...

  13. CRNAs working with surgeons

    loisane replied to apaisRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    You have not a thing to worry about. I think many, many CRNAs were motivated in exactly this way-myself included. We tend to be people who enjoy constant challenge. When the challenge wears off we...

  14. Is It Possible to Feel Surgical Procedure

    loisane replied to nightingale's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Susanna, The EEG in many forms has been tried for a monitor of anesthetic depth. The EEG itself is very complex, and reading it is a specialized skill. There is a monitor that compresses the signal...

  15. Did anyone else see the show on Anesthesia Awareness on Discovery Health tonight?

    loisane replied to Roland's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Are you sure this was done with malice? I have given many anesthetics for carpal tunnel under a local or regional technique. This is a good example of a type of surgery that does not require general...

  16. Did anyone else see the show on Anesthesia Awareness on Discovery Health tonight?

    loisane replied to Roland's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    wernota#werpeople, I agree with others that jwk has given you a great response. I too am very sorry this happened to you. Your demand for personal accountability is completely well founded. I can...

  17. Questions about CRNA programs

    loisane replied to Shayna24's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hmm-obviously, this is pretty tough to answer. Not all physicians are as hostile as others. For the ones that are, I keep things focused on the patient, and work hard on being the very best I can...

  18. Questions about CRNA programs

    loisane replied to Shayna24's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    IMHO, a doctorate in nursing would cover the most ground, because it would allow you to teach in any program. A non nursing doctorate would most likely limit you to schools that are non-nursing....

  19. Questions about CRNA programs

    loisane replied to Shayna24's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I know it is off the topic, but I just have to respond to sonessrna. You most certainly don't have to leave anesthesia to teach. Aren't most of your (classroom) instructors CRNAs? We have an...

  20. Is it possible to titrate paralytics?

    loisane replied to Diprivan/Vented's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    One would never use a muscle relaxant with the intention of allowing them to maintain their own airway. Anesthesia providers may provide airway support with other devices than an endotracheal tube....

  21. Is it possible to titrate paralytics?

    loisane replied to Diprivan/Vented's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Thanks for refreshing my memory, I knew someone here would have the factoid more at their fingertips than I did. You and I both know about how to assess reversal. And I am sure we have both seen...

  22. Is it possible to titrate paralytics?

    loisane replied to Diprivan/Vented's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Holy cow, I know you are just asking a hypothetical question, and I admire your willingness to learn. But this is a great illustration of why these drugs are only for intubated patients, when they...

  23. Pregnant

    loisane replied to Heather R.N.'s topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I guess this would work, if an anesthesia program allowed this as an option. Perhaps there are some that would allow this. Most of the anesthesia programs that I am knowlegeable about are organized...

  24. Pregnant

    loisane replied to Heather R.N.'s topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Heather, First, let me add my congratulations. Second, I warn you to read the responses carefully, to make sure the poster is talking about ANESTHESIA school, which is of course an entirely different...

  25. Opinions regarding induction with parents

    loisane replied to Brenna's Dad's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I too, have done it both ways. I'm with jwk, it can be done, but doesn't seem worth the hassle to me. Where I am now it is the philosophy to use parents INSTEAD of premed. Since it is outpatient,...