Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Nurturing Knowledge with Thanks

As we celebrate another Thanksgiving, we want to show our appreciation for an organization that does so much for CRNAs. Many people don’t know about the AANA Foundation’s purpose and why it’s important to individual CRNAs working in the OR, but they play a critical role in supporting and growing the profession. Today we’ll spend time with Executive Director Nat Carmichael and Treasurer Mike Anderson, DNP, CRNA to learn more about the best kept secret in our profession.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The purpose of the Foundation and how they support research and education.
Why it’s so important to have this research to support CRNAs.
The different ways that you can give to the Foundation, from online donations
Learn more about the Friends for Life program and why it’s a valuable commitment to the profession.
The ways you can leave money to the Foundation as part of your estate plan.
The other ways you can contribute to the Foundation besides monetary contributions, including opportunities for students.
 
Learn more about the AANA Foundation: https://www.aana.com/aana-foundation/
 
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The Block Stops Here: A Deep Dive into Neuromuscular Blockades

In this episode of Anesthesia Alchemy, Garry and Terry briefly discuss the history, physiology, and pharmacology of using non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking drugs as anesthesia adjuncts. They focus on the pitfalls of administrating these agents to surgical patients and the problems associated with residual neuromuscular blockade in the post-anesthesia care unit.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What are cyclodextrins and why are they useful?
Understanding the essentials of neuromuscular transmission.
What some of the newer intermediate-acting neuromuscular drugs do and how they work.
How the treatment has changed through the years.
Monitoring recovery from neuromuscular blockade.
Running through the eight recommendations that were published.
 
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Advocacy in Nurse Anesthesiology Training with Dr. Kristie Hoch

We pose the question to guests all the time about how to get more CRNAs involved on the advocacy side of the profession, but today’s guest is taking a hands-on approach to instilling that mindset at the educational level. Dr. Kristie Hoch has taken her passion for advocacy and applied it to the nurse anesthesiology program at the University of Arizona. Together with co-host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA, we will hear all about her training process and why she thinks this leadership training will pay off in all aspects of their careers.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why she thinks we should call our students residents.
Where her passion and fire for getting involved began.
When she starts incorporating leadership and advocacy into her students’ training?
CRNAs are already leaders by making it through school and being a part of this profession.
 
About our guest: https://www.nursing.arizona.edu/kristiehoch
 
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The different ways they integrate this training.
Who has inspired her the most through her career?

A Movement to Enhance Obstetric Anesthesia with Suzie Newell

Today we’re joined by Suzie Newell, DNP, CRNA, FAANA once again, but this time we will focus on an area of anesthesia that has become outdated: obstetrics. Behind her passion for this area of anesthesia, Suzie helped create the Society for Obstetric Nurse Anesthesia and Research (SONAR) to fill a void for people that had practical solutions to problems she was seeing in the field. Find out how this organization came to be, what it hopes to accomplish, and how you can get involved.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why she felt so many places were outdated and out of touch in this area.
How this organization was formed in 2020 and who all is involved in leadership roles.
What are the long term goals for SONAR?
The lofty goals for their first project that Suzie is spearheading.
How others who have a passion for obstetrics can get involved.
 
Revisit our past episode with Suzie where we discuss her book: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-190-using-neuroscience-for-daily-direction-and-coping-mechanisms/3827/
 
Learn more about SONAR: https://www.sonar-ob.org/
 
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The Glucagon-Like Podcast: Navigating GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Anesthesia

Terry and Garry dive into the fascinating world of GLP-1 receptor agonists, those tiny molecules that can be both a blessing and a potential risk factor when it comes to anesthesia. In this episode, we're going embark on a journey through the world of diabetes management, how it intersects with the realm of anesthesia and what the implications are for providers in the operating room.
And in the perioperative period, we're going to shine a spotlight on these new agents, explore their effects, and we're going to discuss the challenges they present to our CRNA colleagues.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
How SGLT2 inhibitors help with diabetes management.
The basics of the GLP-1 receptor agonists.
Examples of GLP-1 receptor agonists on the market today.
Anesthesia considerations that need to be addressed.
Unpacking Cyclopentenophenanthrene.
Looking at the study: Characteristics and outcomes of patients hospitalized following a pulmonary aspiration.
 
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Strengthening the Future of CRNAs Through Mentorship with Richard Wilson

How do we make the next generation of CRNAs better than the previous generation? This is the question that led today’s guest, Richard Wilson, DNAP, CRNA, to get involved in education and provide leadership training mentorship for the next group of CRNAs so they have the ability to take the profession to another level.
Join us today as we talk about the importance of mentorship, how to be a successful mentor, and what benefits it provides our industry when we have stronger applicants.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The people who mentored Richard and inspired him to do the same for other students.
Two instances that have stuck with him and motivated him in his career.
How positive experiences are huge right now and can change the trajectory of someone’s life and career.
The differences between mentoring and teaching.
The keys to being a good mentor and providing a positive mentorship experience.
The qualities you need to possess to be a good mentor and to be mentored.
How to find a mentor if you’re a student that wants to seek this out?
 
About our guest: https://crnaschoolprepacademy.com/
 
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Dr. Jorge Valdés - The Trifecta of a School Nurse Dean

We’re excited to get the opportunity to sit down with someone who holds an incredibly unique position in our industry. Jorge Valdés, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA, is the rare trifecta of a male nurse, minority and a CRNA in the dean’s chair at Florida International University.
His rise from starting as a CRNA 21 years ago to becoming the head of a nursing school was not the path he anticipated, but Dr. Valdés has fully embraced the opportunity to impact nursing education and be a tremendous advocate for the profession. Join us as we learn more about his journey, his view on the future of healthcare, and the important role educators play in our profession.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What challenges are facing CRNA educators right now?
The best place to start if you’re considering education is to be a preceptor.
The path from being a CRNA to becoming an active dean.
What does he see for the future of the profession?
The role he’s played in advocacy in Florida.
 
About our guest: https://cnhs.fiu.edu/about/faculty-staff/profiles/jvalde.html
 
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A-OK for Amniotic Fluid Embolism

An amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) remains one of the most devastating conditions in obstetric practice. In today’s episode, Sass and Jeremy review the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, and management of this rare, but lethal condition. Included in the management of an AFE is the administration of a trio of medications known as A-OK (Atropine, Ondansetron, and Ketorolac). If you want to brush up on current management techniques for an AFE, hit play…because it’s go time!
 
Here are some of the things we’ll discuss in this episode:
An example of this happening recently where Jeremy works.
How the body reacts when an amniotic fluid embolism occurs.
Who is most at risk for developing AFE?
Signs and symptoms to pay attention to.
The treatment and management of a patient suffering from AFE.
What is the AOK treatment?
 
About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html 
 
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