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  1. Old Dominion University NA Program

    BlakeS posted a topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Was wondering if those that have attended ODU's NA program or those that are currently enrolled could give me some insight into the program. I'm interested in applying there. Any info about the...

  2. Guidance from the experienced please!!!

    BlakeS replied to RNCRNA2BE's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Just to clarify, Nurse anesthesia programs require "critical care experience" which the program themselves define. Could be any of the ICU's, ER, PACU, etc. Someone stated that CCU experience...

  3. Balancing family and school

    BlakeS replied to DebbieSue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I agree 100% I think my class is a bit too competitive when it comes to grades and I try my best to not get caught up in it. B's are great in my books and if I get some A's I'm ectatic and the wife,...

  4. Balancing family and school

    BlakeS replied to DebbieSue's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    My out of house hours are as follows: Sunday: church and family time. Careplans for Monday. Home most of day Monday and Tuesday clinical 6:30am till 5:00pm. Dinner then study/unwinding/careplans...

  5. For All SRNA's/ RRNA's

    BlakeS replied to Nitecap's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hello, Just started my 2nd semester at Albany Medical College in NY. The clinicals and classroom work is very time consuming but I've learned an amazing amount and still enjoying it. On top of all...

  6. Interviewers' goal

    BlakeS replied to manavi's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I don't think the acceptance process is that simple. In my opinion, part of the interview process is to verify that "you are who you say you are" on the application. The interviewing committee may...

  7. Question about MAC and the Meyer Overton Rule

    BlakeS replied to MollyS's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I just had this lecture and my limited understanding is that blood:gas coefficient measures solubility in the blood. The lower the b/g cofficient # the quicker the agent is taken up and eliminated...

  8. Money for school

    BlakeS replied to Jetman's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm currently in my 1st semester of anesthesia school. I to had similiar concerns that you have mentioned in your post. My wife and I have two young kids and we decided that my wife would continue...

  9. Cooling Blankets

    BlakeS replied to kesmith2314's topic in MICU, SICU

    Coming from a slightly different angle, we use cooling blankets for our patients on the hypothermia protocol (cardiac arrest with reperfusion, but remains comatose). We use a cooling blanket...

  10. Which bank is best for alternative loans?

    BlakeS replied to TexasCCRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Just received notification that my Sallie Mae loan was approved and scheduled for disbursement. This was easier than signing up for new cell phone

  11. Which bank is best for alternative loans?

    BlakeS replied to TexasCCRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I was also looking into this loan to supplement the other finanical aid that is available. Here's my question. Is it a requirement that you stay employeed making the $15,000/year while in anesthesia...

  12. Who's going to Anesthesia school?

    BlakeS replied to jrec's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hello, Applied to Albany Medical College: interviewed and accepted. Will start this upcoming fall. Also applied to U of Buffalo: interview granted but declined d/t acceptance at AMC. I picked AMC...

  13. School advice...

    BlakeS replied to cutiejen2's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    If the ICU that you currently work in gets plenty of patients on mech ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and vasoactive gtts, you should be fine. Granted, teaching hospitals are where you will find...

  14. BSN or BS in Biology

    BlakeS replied to fry.girl's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Keep in mind that some programs require a BSN in order to apply. It all depends on which programs interest you. It might be a good idea to look at the programs you want to apply to and decide from...

  15. Question about Hypothermia

    BlakeS replied to MaleAPRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    In some cases, we induce hypothermia in patients that have suffered out of hospital cardiac arrest with prolonged resuscitation time and our protocol targets a cooling temp between 32-34 degrees and...

  16. Does it Really Matter?

    BlakeS replied to Spoiled1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I went the ADN-BSN route. It worked for me. I was able to get 1 1/2 years critical care experience while finishing up my BSN, and not to mention making some money earlier than if I'd gone the...

  17. CRNA schools' pre-requisites

    BlakeS replied to pnurseuwm's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I haven't heard of many people applying to 20-30 programs. That's just nuts. As for myself, I've researched programs and will apply to 4-5 that I meet pre-reqs for. Taking chem or biochem and stats...

  18. Primacor question

    BlakeS replied to chaosRN's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Although I don't work in CVICU, I would say the reason for the loading dose would be to help the heart come off pump. It would increase contractility and dilate vascular smooth muscle without...

  19. Gonzaga said yes!!!

    BlakeS replied to kestrel1121's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Congrats on your acceptance. I read thru your interview experience and thought it was interesting. Anyway good luck in your next interview. Blake P.S. I noticed you're from Idaho, me too. What...

  20. I got in!!!

    BlakeS replied to jewelcutt's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Congrats!! I hope to be in your situation this upcoming fall. Good luck!:)