CerebralCRNA

A unit of blood at times in the OR and the ER can be infused as fast as five minutes, that is why they make the Belmont and also Level I infusers. Also, the smaller the radius of the catheter will result in slower flow as flow is proportional to 1/radius (to the 4th power), which is derived from puiosselles law (8nl/Pi*r^4). In an emergent scenario, 16g if possible and get the blood in as fast as possible. Hope that helps.

Cali just opted out! :)

What educational value does this posts provide? Please someone tell me??? Again, someone on here just to bash CRNAs and being allowed to do so.

Can I ask why you are curious? I will tell you that there are many many many facilities in which CRNAs are the sole anesthesia providers.

Well I certainly am not a swinger...... it is obvious that this is a first post made to insult CRNAs by possibly an AA or an MD.

Again, total nonsense.......................... Who is moderating here again? Wow, I am speechless............

If that is true then people who are not CRNAs should not "confront" CRNA posters who try and give their experience and information. The plural of anecdote does not equal data. How in the world can someone who does not administer anesthesia give their "take" on it. Questions are appropriate, but IMHO only practicing CRNAs should counter other CRNAs when there is a question on clinical information. I would not comment on pediatric nursing, oncology nursing, etc. I would only comment on that if asked an opinion about anesthetic concerns. Again, falling short here...............................

It won't be impossible, but you have to get your climbing boots on because you have a higher mountain to climb. You will have to retake the science courses, you will have to ace the BSN courses, and you will have to score well on your GRE. But the key will be to retake the pre-req science courses and show that you have the aptitude. Also, find out which schools you want to apply to eventually and gear yourself for their requirement.

Here is a question, How often do you let someone who has been only driving for a year drive you brand new corvette?

Are you serious????

My, my, my...... how can this statement be made in a CRNA forum.... CRNAs place them as well.

On the other hand, I use 20-40 of sux on the floor when necessary. It is much easier to intubate a "non-moving" target and the duration of action of that dose is extremely short. It all depends on your comfort level and of course your assessment of the situation. "Sometimes you feel like a "Sux", sometimes you don't..... :) )

What type of airway did you use? You stated a BLS airway, what type?

You took the words right out of my mouth, you can't be a CRNA without the RN :)

My advice, alternate each case ---Miller--Mac--Miller--Mac---etc Get proficient with both blades and use alternative methods to intubate. Don't let your first time with a blade or device be under emergent conditions.