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  1. Sam Merritt Interview process

    trakstar replied to jacads's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am currently in the program. I had eleven on my interview panel. I agree a get to know you with typical expected interview questions. Make sure you know why you are getting into it and that you know...

  2. New Grad in the ICU/Feeling overwhelmed

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

    I can remember feeling somewhat similar. You will learn a lot very quickly and become very efficient. With out people to lean on or even to call for help you will become resourceful and a better...

  3. Combitubes and curiosity

    trakstar posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Opinions on combitubes? Anyone had any experience with them? Like it or Dislike it? and versus a LMA. I'd love a nice stimulating discussion.

  4. Accuracy

    trakstar replied to are-in's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Technically you can transduce through a PICC line however the accuracy over time is questionable. Obtaining a consistent acceptable wave form with a,c and v waves is quiet difficult. You have a lot of...

  5. New Grad in the ICU/Feeling overwhelmed

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

    Nursing school and being a nurse are two different things. Remeber being comfortable as a new grad in the ICU will not come over night. They or quick remedy that may help your sitution is that you...

  6. what does c=rn mean?

    trakstar replied to 2ndbach's topic in General Students

    I tend to agree. Can it be moved to another form.

  7. ICU Interview

    trakstar replied to angela_74008's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I agree. During my interview I waited until asked about long term goals. I only offered what I felt was necessary, i.e long term goal of pursuing advanced practice degree. Long term goals and the ICU...

  8. Keeping the Faith - I got in!

    trakstar replied to Gump's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Congrats. I feel bad that you had such a roller coaster of a ride. Maybe you should ask for a tuition discount for mental anguish. Good luck in

  9. "When Anesthesia Fails" on Discovery Health Channel

    trakstar replied to Sarah Kat's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    We often use the BIS monitors in the ICU as an adjunct for patients who are vented, sedated and on a paralytic IV gtt (besides the train of four). They have been hit or miss for us with regards to...

  10. Former Poor Student Wondering If I Have A Chance

    trakstar replied to SKYSTHELIMIT's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    As life changes so does its priorities. Your dedication and committment to become a CRNA will be evident with your changes in acedemics. You can and will do it. Good

  11. HUGE DECISION-- honest opinions please!!!

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

    Don't delay. a lot can happen in two years. I agree sooner in sooner out. Knowing some intern families and being a family man myself. You are not going to se your husband much while an intern. In 27...

  12. The usefullness of MONOSCOPES

    trakstar posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Does anyone regularily use monoscopes? If so where did you get fitted for one or where did you purchase this monitoring equipment and how much should they cost? Opinions differ with regards to their...

  13. Resume for CRNA apps

    trakstar replied to AmiK25's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    one page, double sided works quite well. It has the illusion of being on one page but contains twice as much

  14. Sony Versus Olympus

    trakstar posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I have read many threads with regards to digital voice recorders for recording lectures. Many have tried and recommend the Olympus DS 330 due to it's quality of recording, memory and ability to hook...

  15. Questions for CRNA's

    trakstar replied to salvati08's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Try shadowing a CRNA before making any decisions. Don't just do it once do it multiple times so you can see what you are really getting into. Even sit in a a class at you local CRNA program....

  16. Sony Versus Olympus

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

    Could you clarify which recording mode you use for "clear recording" And how close does the recorder need to be? Digital recorders are such a large investment I'm just trying to maximize my research...

  17. Sony Versus Olympus

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

    How does the voice quality differ between the two modes? Are you using the optional mic accessory? How close do you have to sit to get high quality recording? Any help would be appreciated for this...

  18. Fullerton/Kaiser vs. Sam. Merritt vs. Southern Cal.

    trakstar replied to chaphillgal's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Samuel Merritt is a great school in a great location with lots of opportunities for clinical rotations. Kaiser's pharm teacher Dr. Nagelhout via video from so cal is a plus. One draw back is the high...

  19. Are CRNAs ashamed of being nurses?

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

    No only do I agree but I could not have said it better. Well

  20. CRNA vs SRNA vs AA?

    trakstar replied to TopCat1234's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Hoping you were going to reply to to my post in billing question

  21. GRE scores

    trakstar replied to pgreen's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Look at the GRE as an investment in the future. A decent score can only increase you chances of getting in. Even though there are schools that do not require the GRE, they may still be interested in...

  22. CRNA Debate from www.studentdoctor.net

    trakstar replied to meandragonbrett's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    try www.studentdoctor.net not

  23. Any other new students getting really nervous?

    trakstar replied to louloubell1's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I am nervous as well. However remember the schools that have admitted you into their programs have done so because thet are confident that not only you can finish their program but that you will make...

  24. GRE Prep Courses

    trakstar replied to RNBEAUTY2003's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I used mostly Kapln books with Kaplan test prep. I think that test prep is not a waste. Everything you need to know is provided by kaplan. The more you prep to a certain extent the better you will do...

  25. Billing question

    trakstar replied to user69's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Sorry for the misunderstanding. I do agree and you mus understand that medicare changes are frequent and hard to understand. What was once true today might not be a month from