Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
A podcast for the CRNA industry. Discussing the important issues that happen both in, and beyond, the operating room. With Sharon Pearce, DNP, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN and Jeremy Stanley, EA, CFP, AIF. Innovations & opportunities for CRNAs & APRNs. Visit our website for more great information https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ and to learn how you can get CE Credit as a CRNA just by listening to the podcast. Don’t miss our special series on CRNA History, CRNA Personal Finance & Retirement, Political Conversations, CRNA Career Issues, and our leadership series called Courage To Lead. Check out new episodes of Beyond The Mask every week with distinguished guests from the CRNA community... #anesthesiology #rn #surgery #healthcare #nurseanesthesiologist #crnaschool #nursing #srnalife #nurselife #nursingstudent #ornurse #nurseanesthesia #crnalife #nursepractitioner #medschool #anesthesialife #scrublife #icunurse #hospital #futurecrna #medical #crna #nurse #anesthesia #srna #nurseanesthetist #nurses #surgical #operatingtheatre #medicalstudent #operatingroomnurse #studentnurse #diversitycrna #ccrn #nursepractitioner #APRN #APRNchat #NPchat #midwife #NP
Episodes
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Video-Laryngoscopy Including Flexible Intubation (VIFI)
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Have you ever managed an airway with both a video-laryngoscope and a flexible intubating (fiberoptic) scope? Wait…what???
Yep, in this episode Jeremy and Sass talk about an evolving airway management technique that utilizes both devices to help secure difficult airways. They call it VIFI!
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
What is VIFI and how does it work?
What are the advantages to using this technique?
Case reports of airway obstruction and airway closure.
A case study of successful airway management using video laryngoscope.
How do you perform this process?
About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Doctoral Project Review – Peripheral Nerve Catheter Insertion
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Today we welcome in two more guests as part of our doctoral series, and we're looking forward to talking with Annie Brademeyer, CRNA and Amanda Janssen, CRNA about their recent study: “Does inserting peripheral nerve catheters over the needle decrease leaking from its insertion site?” Join us as we review their work and find out what they learned about a surprisingly controversial topic.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
What are some of the problems that are encountered by clinicians who place these peripheral nerve catheters?
The different insertion method of over the needle and through it, and what impact that has on leaking.
The challenges they faced in doing this study.
What they found out about pain scores.
Why they need more randomized controls to get more clarity on the topic.
The need for these continuous peripheral nerve catheters moving forward.
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Perioperative Cannabis Implications for Anesthesia Providers with Dr. Daniel King
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
Thursday Aug 10, 2023
The rate of cannabis use has exploded exponentially in the past 10 years and the widespread consumption demands us to be knowledgeable on the topic. Dr. Daniel King, CRNA, has become a dedicated subject matter expert in cannabis implications for anesthesia patients after taking an interest in the issues he was observing in his day-to-day practice. Today he’ll help educate us on the subject, the different risk factors, and what he’s learned about providing anesthesia for these patients.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
The legal status of cannabis today and has it’s evolved rapidly over the last few decades.
The lack of education on this subject despite the fact that cannabis use has overtaken tobacco use.
The different ways patients are using and consuming cannabis.
What we know about THC concentrations and anesthesia requirements.
The cardiac, respiratory and other risk factors for patients who use cannabis.
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Demystifying Awake Intubation
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Tuesday Aug 08, 2023
Awake tracheal intubation is a procedure that many of us rarely perform. In this episode, Jeremy and Sass focus on the indications for awake intubation.
They talk about the 2022 ASA Difficult Airway Algorithm portion that focuses on awake intubation, as well as the process and considerations for performing it. Take a listen and help demystify this infrequent (but important) airway management technique.
Also, if you are planning to attend the AANA Annual Congress in Seattle on August 20, consider stopping by Jeremy’s lecture on “Topical Thunder: An Awake Intubation Technique That Works” and see him use the technique on stage to intubate himself.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
What is an awake intubation and why would you use this procedure?
The overall incidence of awake intubation is actually pretty low.
The history of the ASA algorithm and what it says along with the other algorithms out there.
What was updated in the 2022 ASA difficult airway algorithm.
So when should this procedure actually be considered?
The techniques used during an awake intubation.
About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
We’re back with another great interview from our trip to the mid-year assembly in Washington D.C. as Sharon and Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA got to sit down with Taylor Rehfeldt, CRNA, and Sydney Davis, CRNA. You might remember them from episode 111, and we have been excited to catch back up with these two state representatives to find out what they’ve learned about advocacy and politics by being on the other side of the table.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
How Taylor ended up in this new role as assistant Majority Leader in the House of Representatives.
What pushed them to run after they both got exposed to the legislature through involvement with the state association and the leadership there.
The big differences they’ve found from being on the other side of the advocacy push, especially as it relates to campaign finances.
You can make a difference in someone’s campaign by donating your time or talents.
Tips for helping CRNAs get bills passed after they’ve seen how much time and effort goes into getting a bill passed.
Both women share a few of the lessons they’ve learned over these past 2+ years in office.
Check out their first appearance on the podcast here:
https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-111-finally-two-south-dakota-crnas-elected-to-state-legislatures/2769/
Support Team Emma Kate Brekken: https://grouprev.com/HALOSWALK2023-grant-brekken
About our guest:
https://www.taylorrehfeldt.com/
https://www.votesydneydavis.com/
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
The Cartelization of Heathcare: The Alarming Statistics Behind Healthcare Profits
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
Thursday Jul 27, 2023
The healthcare industry is at a crossroads financially as Americans struggle to cover medical costs and profits soar following the COVID pandemic. The push for change is getting louder every day, and one of the strongest voices is coming from North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell.
He describes the issue as ‘the cartelization of healthcare’ and has outlined four significant changes that he wants to see happen. Find out what those are and listen as we highlight some alarming financial statistics.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Background on why he uses the word cartel to describe healthcare. 2:35
The 3 things that he wants to accomplish as Treasurer. 5:45
Stats that show the significant financial toll healthcare costs takes on Americans. 8:22
Hospital profits during COVID. 11:19
The vast discrepancy in wage increases between frontline workers and executives. 21:28
His support for nurse anesthetists through the years. 23:53
CEOs motivated to put the profits over the patients. 28:23
What would legislative action look like to enact changes in the healthcare industry? 32:15
Support Team Emma Kate Brekken: https://grouprev.com/HALOSWALK2023-grant-brekken
About our guest: https://kristenziman.com/
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
We're excited to share that Beyond The Mask has been recognized in the 18th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. We're nominated in two prestigious categories: the coveted 'People's Choice Award' and 'Best Healthcare Podcast.'
We're asking you to vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards. Your vote not only helps us win but also spreads the word about our mission to demystify our corner of the healthcare industry, one story at a time.
Cast your vote here: https://www.podcastawards.com/
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
“Cric It While It’s Hot” - Surgical Cricothyrotomy
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Tuesday Jul 25, 2023
Cricothyrotomy is what’s known as a High Acuity Low Occurrence (HALO) procedure. Meaning anesthesia providers do not often perform this procedure, but when the clinical situation calls for a cricothyrotomy…it can be extremely stressful!
In this episode, Jeremy reviews the anatomy of the larynx, talks about preparation for the procedure itself, and then goes over a surgical cricothyrotomy technique called the Bougie-Assisted Cricothyrotomy (otherwise known as Scalpel-Finger-Bougie).
This is certainly one episode you will not want to miss!
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
A last-ditch effort to provide life-saving ventilation. 4:11
Reviewing the anatomy first. 7:25
Identifying the cricothyroid membrane. 12:27
The potential hardest part of the procedure. 14:26
Walking through the surgical cricothyrotomy technique. 15:51
Things to keep in mind if you’re ever doing this procedure. 23:34
About our hosts: https://www.kpsan.org/school/people/
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf
We're excited to share that Beyond The Mask has been recognized in the 18th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. We're nominated in two prestigious categories: the coveted 'People's Choice Award' and 'Best Healthcare Podcast.'
We're asking you to vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards. Your vote not only helps us win but also spreads the word about our mission to demystify our corner of the healthcare industry, one story at a time.
Cast your vote here: https://www.podcastawards.com/
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
The Incomplete CRNA Financial Plan
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
We're excited to share that Beyond The Mask has been recognized in the 18th Annual People's Choice Podcast Awards. We're nominated in two prestigious categories: the coveted 'People's Choice Award' and 'Best Healthcare Podcast.'
We're asking you to vote for us in the People's Choice Podcast Awards. Your vote not only helps us win but also spreads the word about our mission to demystify our corner of the healthcare industry, one story at a time.
Cast your vote here: https://www.podcastawards.com/
Most of the financial conversations we’ve had on the podcast recently have been geared toward retirees, but today we want to focus on the financial planning process. So whether you’re a new graduate or a CRNA with over 20 years of experience, we want to share some planning things that everyone needs to make sure aren’t left incomplete.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Why you might have too much cash in the bank. 4:01
Why you should keep 3-6 months of expenses in an emergency fund. 7:48
The reasons you need disability insurance and life insurance. 10:56
Budgeting and tracking your cash flow. 19:33
The technique we use to help people pay off debt. 22:55
Why you need to be planning for higher taxes in the future. 30:40
How to prepare for medical costs that are increasing faster than inflation. 32:46
Support Team Emma Kate Brekken: https://grouprev.com/HALOSWALK2023-grant-brekken
Learn more about CRNA Financial Planning: http://crnafinancialplanning.com
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf