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  1. Here's what AAs really think of CRNAs

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

    I'm all about education and debate. Lord knows I am. But here is the difference. Those who want to learn about something presented in this forum need to do exactly what you did; go back and do...

  2. PDA tracking software

    SigmaSRNA replied to aithug316's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    We (TWU) use typhon group also. I was told it saves alot of

  3. CRNA Doctorate??

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

    I didn't say there would be any extra value. I was just educating you on the difference of degrees that are going to be offered. I will say this. This argument is probably the same one they had "back...

  4. CRNA Doctorate??

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

    It wouldn't be a PhD. It would be a DNP. Major difference. PhDs, depending on the area of study takes between 4-7 years to complete, on average. DNP would take approximately 3 years. From the plan of...

  5. TCU/Wesleyan Interviews

    SigmaSRNA replied to TX ICU RN's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    The horse lied then. The class of '07 (largest class in our history) is 128. Its not your fault you got wrong info but the class size has never decreased. The class of '08 may approach 140 (per Dr....

  6. Which 1st nursing job to choose as Pre-CRNA?

    SigmaSRNA replied to AdonaiLoveable's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Definitely the CVICU at the magnet program. Then again, the VA has a nurse anesthesia program that you would be eligible for if you work there. Tough choice. It really depends on where you want to go...

  7. twu clinical sites???

    SigmaSRNA replied to mumbatex's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    First of all, congrats on getting in T Dub U. I'm going to cali for clinicals in 5 months and have been told its the best site we have. Alot of autonomy, alot of cases, lines and regionals. Have alot...

  8. CRNA Doctorate??

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

    Yeah...we pretty much already knew that. The point was if you have a PhD before the DNP is set as the entry level for nurse anesthetists, can you teach or be the director of a program. The answer I...

  9. Dr. EGER and his book/dvd on the pharmacology of inhaled anesthetics.

    SigmaSRNA posted a topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    Is it just me or is Dr. Eger seriously pushing desflurane? I really like his book and the DVD set and I've learned alot. I've also learned that desflurane can do no wrong (according to Dr. Eger). Is...

  10. CRNA Doctorate??

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

    You attend baylor right Nitecap? I talked with Baylor's program director at length about it (since he was the speaker on the subject) and he said he quit the PhD program to get his DNP. He did some...

  11. Question about AA's

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

    Talking about AAs for the one millionth time isn't exactly going to bring everybody back. The main beef with this board is the lack of clinically relevant topics. If you think this place is a ghost...

  12. CRNA Doctorate??

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

    I wouldn't say that the AANA was completely for it at first. As a matter of fact, alot of bugs would have to be worked out. Some of the points in the mission statement presented by the AACN concerning...

  13. twu clinical sites???

    SigmaSRNA replied to mumbatex's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I've heard the same exact thing. You'll be 3 weeks from graduating and they are still in the room the entire time; at least this is what I've been told by student that are

  14. Question about AA's

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

    I feel you on the boredom. But why beat a dead horse. I'm personally sick of debating this issue. I rather debate on which gas is best for an obese patient. Des or

  15. For All SRNA's/ RRNA's

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

    I think you use alot more than "some" of your nursing experience in becoming a CRNA. Plus, I know RNs with their CCRN I wouldn't let take care of my dog. Then there are diploma nurses 6 months out of...

  16. twu clinical sites???

    SigmaSRNA replied to mumbatex's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Same here. My first choice was california; its not as competitive as the dallas-fort worth area though. If you don't put down you are willing to go anywhere, its going to be harder for you unless you...

  17. Question about AA's

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

    My suggestion would be to do a search because this can turn ugly really

  18. Starting TWU Fall 2006?

    SigmaSRNA replied to lonestargas's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    There not much else to say Congratulations to you on your acceptance to

  19. Starting TWU Fall 2006?

    SigmaSRNA replied to lonestargas's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Hence me saying a nationwide survey wouldn't be a good idea. Even though TCU only has one graduating class, this year's pass rate will tell you where they are as a program as far as preparing their...

  20. Starting TWU Fall 2006?

    SigmaSRNA replied to lonestargas's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Yell leader would probably be more appropriate (like Texas A&M). No gauntlets been thrown. Just stating facts. The only way you can compare two schools is A) Ask the anesthesia providers across...

  21. What PDA are you guys using in school?

    SigmaSRNA replied to Phishininau's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    Sprint has a new windows pc pda phone that I love. You don't have to carry a phone and a pda on you which is pretty helpful. memory for it isn't expensive

  22. Textbooks I highly recommend

    SigmaSRNA replied to soliant12's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    I'm a big fan of Barash's Clinical Anesthesia. He almost goes into overload but your right. You can barely find a context-sensitive half time in M&M. I would also recommend Anesthesia Secrets by...

  23. Starting TWU Fall 2006?

    SigmaSRNA replied to lonestargas's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    THE CLASS OF 2008!! Sounds pretty sweet!! (NOT AS SWEET AS 2007!!):chuckle Just kidding guys. First off congratulations to all of you and you truly picked the best school to go to. I don't know TCUs...

  24. ASA's response to Grey's Anatomy

    SigmaSRNA replied to no-pain's topic in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA

    I too think they have a point about being misrepresented. HOWEVER, having been active duty army as a registered nurse and having been deployed, MDAs are definitely NOT on the military frontlines...

  25. Malpractice/Liability Insurance for CRNA

    SigmaSRNA replied to MBrickle's topic in Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist

    You should probably do a search for this topic since its been discussed alot in the past so you can get a quicker