In this Care Plan episode, the focus is on thoracotomies, both open and video-assisted, commonly performed for thoracic or cardiovascular issues. The discussion goes into preoperative considerations, emphasizing optimizing patients' respiratory health and utilizing double-lumen tubes for one-lung ventilation (OLV). Detailed insights into the challenges posed by patient positioning, the effects of OLV on pulmonary blood flow, and the significance of hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction are covered. Anesthetic considerations, including anesthetic choice and ventilation strategies during OLV, are outlined, along with meticulous postoperative care strategies focusing on pain management and chest tube management.To connect with Rhea and Sachi, check them out on Instagram @crna_scientist and @thecrnaclub. Also, be on the lookout for the launch of their new company featuring basic and clinical science education for the nurse anesthesia community.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this Care Plan episode, the focus turns to robotic hysterectomies, covering the intricacies and considerations involved in this procedure. The discussion covers the various types of hysterectomies performed, indications, and the advantages of using robotic assistance. The episode highlights the challenges posed by patient positioning, physiological changes during surgery, and the meticulous care required in maneuvering the robotic equipment. From vigilance for vagal responses to postoperative concerns like bleeding and pain management, the podcast offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of robotic hysterectomies. To connect with Rhea and Sachi, check them out on Instagram @crna_scientist and @thecrnaclub. Also, be on the lookout for the launch of their new company featuring basic and clinical science education for the nurse anesthesia community.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode, we're tackling the topic of hypotension and exploring intervention and management strategies. Additionally, we're diving deep into the various types of shock, discussing how treatment approaches differ based on the underlying cause. There's no universal solution; each case requires careful assessment to identify the type of shock and tailor the treatment plan accordingly. Join us as we navigate through the complexities of these conditions and share insights on effective management strategies.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this Care Plan episode, the focus is on total hip replacements, exploring the various considerations involved in this common orthopedic surgery. Preoperative considerations are detailed, emphasizing patient age, activity level, pain management, and the impact of comorbidities like cardiovascular issues. The episode also dives into anesthesia choices, such as single-shot spinal or general anesthesia, based on patient suitability for regional anesthesia. Special monitoring, blood loss, positioning, and anesthetic considerations, including potential complications like thromboembolism and bone cement implantation syndrome, are thoroughly discussed. The podcast wraps up with postoperative concerns like nerve injury, bleeding, infection, and urinary retention, shedding light on comprehensive postoperative care for patients undergoing total hip replacements. To connect with Rhea and Sachi, check them out on Instagram @crna_scientist and @thecrnaclub. Also, be on the lookout for the launch of their new company featuring basic and clinical science education for the nurse anesthesia community.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this Care Plan episode, the focus shifts to radical cystectomies, a procedure typically performed for bladder tumors. Delving into the complexities of an open approach, the discussion navigates through preoperative considerations, anesthetic types, and specific considerations for intraoperative care. From assessing patients' health post-chemotherapy to monitoring blood loss and postoperative complications like ileus, the episode emphasizes minimizing opioids and utilizing multimodal anesthesia for optimal patient outcomes. To connect with Rhea and Sachi, check them out on Instagram @crna_scientist and @thecrnaclub. Also, be on the lookout for the launch of their new company featuring basic and clinical science education for the nurse anesthesia community.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode, we are diving into the emotional journey through CRNA School. We're talking about what to expect during the application process, the emotions of interview day, handling rejection, pushing through school amidst anxiety, and everything in between.We hope this episode will encourage you and be a reminder to you that there is light at the end of the tunnel. CRNA School is full of highs and lows, but we are here to tell you that it gets better, and we can honestly say it was worth every moment.Here are some resources to help as you journey through CRNA School:AANA Resident Wellness ResourcesAANA Peer AssistanceAANA Where to Get Help AANA Helpline: 800-654-5167 24/7 Confidential Live Support*For a crisis with potential immediate risk for harm to yourself or others, call 911 or 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this Care Plan episode, Rhea and Sachi delve into the intricate details of craniotomies for brain tumors. This episode focuses on preoperative considerations, anesthetic types, specialized monitoring, positioning, and postoperative care. From neurological assessments to anesthesia choices—such as IV anesthesia and considerations for minimizing intracranial pressure—the episode covers it all. They also cover potential complications like seizures and venous air embolisms. The discussion extends to postoperative care in the ICU, emphasizing the importance of neuro checks, hemodynamic stability, and vigilance for neurological changes. To connect with Rhea and Sachi, check them out on Instagram @crna_scientist and @thecrnaclub. Also, be on the lookout for the launch of their new company featuring basic and clinical science education for the nurse anesthesia community.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

How do we manage a patient who is having an acute stroke? seizures? How does our anesthetic management change for a patient who has had a traumatic spinal cord injury? We dive into all of these questions and more on this episode. We also discuss congenital anomalies and how they might affect our choice of anesthetic technique. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Have you ever wondered what other career options are out there for CRNAs? Today, we take a break from our usual content to take time to get to know Sarah Wild, a CRNA who recently opened her own medspa, Wild Aesthetics.  Sarah walks us through her personal journey and gives us helpful insight and steps to take if aesthetics is of interest to you.Check it out today!Find more on Sarah Wild:Find Sarah on Instagram: @swild.crnaFind Sarah on Facebook Here!Check out The Wild Fam on YouTubeSupport the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode covers cranial complications such as cerebral aneurysms, vasospasms, AVMs, and traumatic brain injuries. We take a brief look at these various disease processes and then discuss how we can manage them from an anesthesia standpoint. There is much to unpack here, we hope you enjoy following along!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today let's take some time to walk through some of the most common drugs we use in anesthesia.  It is important we understand their purpose and mechanism of action as we decide which ones to use in the various situations that arise. We go over these medications is greater detail on their respective episodes, but here we thought we would do a fly-over discussion as a refresh. This show has been produced by Adkins Media Co.Special thanks to FeedSpot for featuring our show in their recent article about the best CRNA Podcasts! Check out the article here!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

We all love looking up a patient and seeing "no home medications" on their chart. Let's be real, more often than not we see a laundry list of medications and it is our job to understand how these can interact with our anesthetic. Today we walk through these different medications and discuss how we should manage our patients accordingly. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Test-Taking Strategies" - Cole & Tanner.Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors: Independent Anesthesia ServicesWellspan HealthLocums At HeartAssociated Anesthesiologist Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Pediatric Anesthesia" - Rebecca CollierRebecca is a triple alum from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. She completed her MS Nurse Anesthesia Specialization in 2003.  In 2013 she completed her DNP and has been a faculty member at SIUE’s Nurse Anesthesiology Department for 10 years. Rebecca has provided anesthesia for almost 20 years at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. She became a NAPA employee in May 2022. She specializes in neonatal and pediatric anesthesia and has been a member of the high-risk OB team for the past three years. Rebecca also enjoys quality improvement and has mentored several students through the DNP project process. She is active on multiple committees and serves in a leadership role at HSHS St. John’s. Rebecca has provided anesthesia on three medical mission trips in Yendi, a remote village in northern Ghana, Africa, with Mission:318.  Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors: Independent Anesthesia ServicesWellspan HealthLocums At HeartAssociated Anesthesiologist Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Opioid-Free Anesthesia" - Thomas BaribeaultThomas Baribeault is a clinical coordinator and chief obstetric CRNA for Commonwealth Anesthesia in Lexington, KY. He specializes in obstetric anesthesia, acute surgical pain management, non-surgical pain management, and point-of-care ultrasound. He founded the Society for Opioid-Free Anesthesia (SOFA) which is a non-profit organization dedicated to education and research on opioid-free anesthesia and post-operative pain management. He received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the Ohio State University, a master’s of science in nursing and anesthesia residency from Case Western Reserve University, and a doctorate in nursing practice and pain management fellowship from the University of South Florida.  Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors: Independent Anesthesia ServicesWellspan HealthLocums At HeartAssociated Anesthesiologist Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Finding Your First Job As a CRNA School Grad" - Dr. Joseph RodriguezJoseph A. Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, has been in practice for 10 years while currently focusing on business and operations for Guide Healthcare.Dr. Rodriguez is the former president of the Arizona Association of Nurse Anesthesiology and has served on the board of directors for the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.  He has led several reforms at the state and federal levels.  He maintains a faculty position at National University and has written for The Washington Times, Anesthesiology News, The Arizona Capitol Times, and Outpatient Surgery.  He speaks nationally on business and leadership.Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors: Independent Anesthesia ServicesWellspan HealthLocums At HeartAssociated Anesthesiologist Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "Beyond the Head of the Bed" - Jennifer BanekJennifer Banek is a CRNA who resides in Libertyville, IL. Ms. Banek has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and prior to becoming a CRNA, she worked in drug research for Abbott Laboratories. She graduated with her Master of Science in Nursing from DePaul University and earned her anesthesia certification from the NorthShore School of Nurse Anesthesia, Chicago, in 2012. Jennifer is licensed to practice in both Illinois and Wisconsin and has practiced in a variety of clinical settings in both states. In 2020, she was elected to serve 700K Lake County Illinois residents as the coroner. She has served in professional leadership roles in both state and national capacities. Currently, she is on the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology's Board of Directors. Ms. Banek has served in the United States Army Reserves for approximately 14 years. She is currently the Commander for the 1MCTD, which trains at Ft. Sill, OK. Jennifer's partner is also a CRNA and a service member. Together, they have four grown children.Thank You to Our 2023 Conference Sponsors: Independent Anesthesia ServicesWellspan HealthLocums At HeartAssociated Anesthesiologist Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2023 Student Conference. "SRNA Mental Health & Wellness" - Dr. Catherine Horvath, DNP, CRNACatherine Horvath, DNP, CRNA is the Assistant Program Director of the DNAP Program at Georgetown University in Washington, DC.  She has been a CRNA for 31 years and an educator for 15 years.  Dr. Horvath is the Chair of the AANA Health & Wellness Committee, supporting the well-being of CRNAs and SRNAs.  She likes to run, do pilates, and cook in her spare time.  Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode, we discuss the adrenergic receptors and the medications that either stimulate or block those receptors. Additionally, we discuss anti-hypertensive medications such as calcium channel blockers, vasodilators, and diuretics. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

 Life after CRNA School. The good, the bad, the unexpected. Is it everything we'd hoped for? Better? Worse?We step away from our usual content today to discuss our personal experiences working as CRNAs. Enjoy!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we cover anaphylaxis symptoms, causes, and treatment, local anesthetics implications and treatment of adverse effects, local anesthetic toxicity, symptoms, causes, and treatment, bronchodilators implications and treatment of adverse effects, and finally antiemetics implications and treatment of adverse effects. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we discuss commonly used IV induction agents, their mechanisms of action and also their associated adverse effects. We discuss the specific characteristics of inhaled anesthetics and dive into the details of why they work, and things to consider when administering to your patient. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Applying to CRNA school and preparing to actually start can be daunting phases of your CRNA journey. Today we bring on the expert! Jenny Finnell has created incredible resources for you to use to ensure you are putting your best foot forward when preparing for CRNA school. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

A short topic - just give fentanyl to go to sleep, dilaudid if you want something long acting, right?! No way! There is so much more involved with this discussion. Here we talk about the different options to use when giving opioids as well as adjunctive therapy. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Why do muscle relaxants work?! Here we go through the basic anatomy and explain how neuromuscular blocking drugs have their effect. We then talk about what causes their cessation and how we can reverse these meds. Finally, we discuss the various characteristics of NMBDs and why you might choose one over another. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Have you ever considered taking a locum assignment, but hesitated because you have questions about what to expect? In today's episode, we have guests Lisa Buxbaum and Anna Studard from Locumtenens.com to discuss locum contracts. This was a very informative conversation, and we hope it answers any questions you may have and empowers you to explore the possibility of taking a locum assignment!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we discuss things to consider as you evaluate your patient the day of surgery. We discuss pre-operative assessments, informed consent, and proper communication and documentation.  We also dive into how technology can improve our anesthetic care and some pitfalls of which to be mindful as we incorporate technology into our everyday care of patients. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

If you've worked in the anesthesia field for any amount of time, you know that equipment malfunctions are inevitable. In this episode we discuss how to safely manage several scenarios to keep the patient safe while you trouble shoot your equipment. While it is impossible to go into every scenario, the strategies discussed here will help you calmly, and efficiently manage these critical situations. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we discuss the appropriate equipment options to use to effectively monitor our patients. We discuss the monitoring standards of care and what we should use in various anesthesia settings. In the second part of the episode we discuss the ways in which we need to clean our equipment to minimize the risk of infection. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Another "RealTalk" episode and today we take a break from our typical content to discuss the dreaded first day of clinical. There are so many emotions circling around this day and hopefully this episode will help to demystify your first day in the OR. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

The basics! In this episode we discuss the common airway assessments used to evaluate a patient's airway. We then discuss proper positioning techniques so that you can set yourself up for success when you go to intubate. Finally, we walk through the actual techniques of gaining an airway and verifying placement. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This episode finishes up our discussion on ABGs. Here we walk though the actual interpretation of ABG values and discuss how these results will drive our anesthesia management. How should you treat metabolic acidosis with an anion gap and a base deficit? Listen in to find out!Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Understanding arterial blood gases is an integral part of managing a patient under anesthesia. In this episode we discuss how our body is constantly attempting to maintain pH balance. Next, we look at the initial steps for evaluating ABG results. Stick around for part TWO for a more in-depth look into reading ABG results. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Maybe you have been considering locums for a while. Or maybe you are getting ready to graduate and you are trying to sort out your job options. Either way, todays discussion with Independence Anesthesia Services demystifies the various aspects of locum tenens work.  To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

You've cruised through another case...Now you have to start thinking about postoperative pain management. Perhaps you need to rescue, or hopefully you are looking to simply continue managing the pain plan of care for this patient through the early stages of recovery. In this episode we discuss common postoperative pain orders and why you might consider one plan over another. Remember, good postoperative pain control begins in the OR!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Chronic opioid use is something we  encounter everyday in the perioperative setting. It can be confusing managing these patients! Do we hold their meds? Cancel the case? Unfortunately, there is varying literature supporting different practices but hopefully this episode will help you understand the WHY behind these conversations. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Success in the Clinical Setting" - Jon Lowrance, MSN, CRNAJon Lowrance, MSN, CRNA practices anesthesia and is the SRNA Clinical Coordinator at a level one trauma center in New England.  He is the producer of the podcast Anesthesia Guidebook… the go-to guide for anesthesia providers who want to master their craft.  Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Student Wellness" - Cathy Horvath DNP, CRNA, CHSECatherine Horvath DNP, CRNA, CHSE is an Assistant Professor and Program Director of the DNP Nurse Anesthesia Track at Johns Hopkins University's School of Nursing.  Dr. Horvath has a passion for the wellbeing of anesthesia professionals.  For the last two years she has served as chair of the AANA Health and Wellness Committee, where she has increased resources, published, and spoken locally and nationally about health challenges and wellness strategies for anesthesia providers, faculty, and students/ residents. In addition, she served as a member of a AANA Curriculum Taskforce to create a framework of resources for educational programs to meet COA standards of health and wellness content.  Within nurse anesthesia programs where she been associated, she has developed and implemented impactful health and wellness curriculum initiatives for students, as well as trying to role-model healthy lifestyle choices. Dr. Horvath has been a CRNA for 30 years and continues to practice clinically. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Financial Planning Through CRNA School" - Henry Sink CRNAHello and thank you for taking the time to listen to what I want to teach! My name is Henry Sink, CRNA, a pseudonym. HENRY stands for “high earner not rich yet.” SINK stands for “single income no kids.” CRNA, as we all know, stands for “Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.” I graduated from my CRNA program in May 2020 and started working in August 2020 after passing the NBCRNA in June 2020. I earned my MSN.  I realized from an early point in my nursing career that though I was making good money, whether at the bedside or as a travel RN, that it was not about how much I was making but instead how much I was saving and investing for my future.  As a full time CRNA, with over 6 years as a bedside RN and over a year and a half as a CRNA, I have taken what I have learned and am passing it on to the next generation of nursing students, RNs, and APRNs. This is in an attempt to educate these individuals about the link between their income and financial independence. I created my platform, all on Instagram, during the summer of 2020. I had just finished my board exam, the NBCRNA, and realized I finally had time back on my hands. I knew that I wanted to talk about financial issues in the nursing community but wanted to specifically speak to SRNAs and CRNAs about their current and future financial positions.  In the future, I want to work to create financial literacy and financial independence resources for individuals at all levels of their nursing career. Whether it is a pre-nursing student who is nervous about taking out student loans to pay for nursing school, or a newly graduated CRNA who wants to know how to navigate their workplace retirement accounts, investing in different asset classes, or paying down their loans from their graduate program. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Malpractice, Life, Disability Insurance" - Julie Nycum Julie Nycum, CPCU, RPLU, ARM, is the director of AANA Insurance Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.  Julie worked for Medical Protective, a Berkshire Hathaway Company for 24 years as Vice President of Underwriting.  She contacted John Fetcho in 2006 to develop products and services tailored to meet the needs of CRNA's as a carrier for AANA IS.  Prior to that Julie, worked in a Commercial Lines / Managing General Underwriting Agency, and served two enlistment terms in the Air National Guard.Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "1099 Employment" - Alesia QuanteAlesia Quante has been a CRNA for 22 years, and for the last 21 has enjoyed the work/life balance offered by the 1099 CRNA lifestyle. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master's in Health Sciences in the Anesthesia for Nurses program from the Medical University of South Carolina in December 2001. Her 1099 practice locations have been in multiple hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and physicians offices on the east and west coasts of Florida as well as coastal and central Georgia. Over the last decade she was a 1099 chief CRNA at a GI center in Savannah, GA. There she guided the practice from an ACT to a thriving independent CRNA-only staff. Throughout her career, Alesia has helped CRNA‘s control their schedule, earnings, and savings by teaching them how to transition from W2 to 1099.  In 2020, Alesia launched the 1099 Success Academy to teach CRNAs Practice Management with her AANA accredited “1099 Freedom Masterclass”. Alesia states, “It is my goal and honor to guide fellow CRNA’s to what I believe to be the most auspicious CRNA lifestyle. As a result of my tenure as a 1099 CRNA, I have been in complete control of my schedule, purchased benefits for a competitive rate, set my pay rate by negotiating independently, saved much more in my retirement account than I otherwise would have, not had to participate in workplace politics, and experienced many other freedoms associated with being a 1099 CRNA." Alesia was a live aboard sailor with her high school sweetheart husband for 22 years.  She presently lives in Isle of Hope, Georgia with her husband and two teens. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Please enjoy this pre-recorded session from our 2022 Student Conference. "Finding Your First Job" - Joseph Rodriguez DNAP, CRNAJoseph A. Rodriguez, DNAP, CRNA, is co-founder and managing partner at Arizona Anesthesia Solutions, a multi-state group over 100 CRNAs and MDs, based in Phoenix, AZ.  Dr. Rodriguez is the former president of the Arizona Association of Nurse Anesthesiology and currently on the board of directors for the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology.  Dr. Rodriguez has led policy reform at the state and federal level, and led significant reform within the association itself.  He currently lectures at National University, and has written for the The Washington Times, Anesthesiology News, The Arizona Capitol Times, and Outpatient Surgery.  He speaks nationally on business and leadership.  Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Thank you for your patience as we released our new mobile app - We look forward to producing more anesthesia content soon! We recorded this quick episode simply to discuss some of our favorite things about the app and help you understand its features a little better. If you haven't, check it out! It is free to download...we are confident you'll find it useful as you study or look to earn CEUs. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Precedex, ketamine, lidocaine, magnesium and more! Here we talk through the MOAs and dosing for these drugs as well as how we try to incorporate them into our personal practice. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

You asked, we listened. In this episode we discuss our journey from SRNA life to CNRA life. Was it what we expected? What do we wish we would've known? Is it stressful? All things we will discuss and talk about as we give you the inside scoop to our journey from SRNAs to CRNAs .Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

New name, same mission. We are thankful for all of your support and we are excited to continue to offer anesthesia education that fits within your busy schedule. Check out this episode for the cliff notes of where we are and where we are headed in the future. First up, STUDENT ONLY conference on July 30th. This all day virtual conference is geared specifically for students with speakers and topics that will be valuable to you as you progress through your training. Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episodes we discuss several airway complications including laryngospasms, airway fires, pulmonary aspiration, and airway nerve injury. It is important to review these complications so that we can enact a plan to prevent them from occurring. We also briefly discuss management following each of these events building off of our difficult airway discussion. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Building off of our last episode, we now discuss the management of a difficult airway. We talk through cannot intubate, cannot ventilate situations, how to prepare for an awake intubation, and evaluate closed claims analysis to identify where we can improve our management of difficult airways. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Here is our all-in-one episode for airway assessments and airway equipment! While we often combine many of these assessments, it is important that we identify each one individually and understand their unique importance. Following our discussion of the various assessments, we dive into the many different types of airway equipment and their respective uses. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we are doing PART TWO of local anesthetics. The first episode is all the way back at episode 6 but we wanted to round out the content of that first episode. In this segment we discuss the specifics of local anesthetics, their PKA, onset of action, duration of action, and why you might choose one over another based on their specific profiles. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

There is more to life than sugammadex?! In this episode we discuss the different uses of NMBD reversals and how you pair them with anticholinergics to minimize their physiologic effects. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Let's talk the SEE exam! In this episode we discuss how we prepared for the SEE, how we felt as we were taking it, and what test taking strategies we used to work through the test. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

We welcome back Dr. Gonzalez onto the podcast for part two of our short series on upper endoscopy procedures. Dr. Gonzalez has published extensively in the last few years on safety during upper endoscopy and we are confident you'll appreciate his discussions with us over these two episodes. Make sure you check out E79 if you haven't already!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

It is our privilege to welcome  Dr. Gonzalez onto the podcast. Dr. Gonzalez has published extensively in the last few years on safety during upper endoscopy and we are confident you'll appreciate his discussions with us over the next two episodes. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This episode builds on episode 77 so make sure you start there! In this episode, we discuss many of the common medications which work within the ANS. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we discuss the receptors and neurotransmitters involved in the ANS. We talk through the adrenergic and muscarinic pathways as well as the reflexes involved with the ANS. Make sure you catch part two for the whole discussion!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This episode starts with the basics of CIEDs and discusses the codes and functions of implanted cardiac devices. After we review these basics, we then talk about the patient considerations and the anesthetic management of patients with CIEDs. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we briefly discuss the A&P of the liver before discussing some common disease processes and how our anesthetic management should consider liver function.To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

If you haven't listened to our first episode, make sure you start there! To access our premium episodes find us on patreon and subscribe! In this episode we discuss different laws from Pv=nRT to Dalton's law to the Coanda effect and more. It is packed full of information that could be easy questions on your boards. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode stopped just short of constructing the atom in 7th grade science class. Much of this information is basic review material but this is all fair game for boards! A clear understanding of the types of bonds, their relative strength, and how things like pressure and temperature affect substances is low hanging fruit for your board exam. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today is another "real talk" episode! In this episode we discuss tips we have used to form successful relationships with your clinical preceptors. Moving around to different facilities can be challenging but there are ways you can set yourself up for a great clinical day. Make sure to follow us on instagram for all of our latest content and announcements. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Pressure control vs volume control? SIMV, PSV-Pro, PCV-VG? Sounds scary! Don't worry, in this episode we describe each of these modes and more as we talk about which ventilator settings you might want to use during your cases. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This episode picks up right where we left off on episode 69. We discuss going on pump and how you will manage your patient as you transition of pump and prepare to transfer to the ICU. Every case is different, but hopefully E69 and E70 will help you visualize the main steps of open heart anesthetics. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

If you are about to start your cardiac rotation then this episode is for you! In this episode we discuss the overall case flow from your setup all the way through going onto pump. Part TWO will cover your time on pump through transferring the patient safely to the ICU.To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Peds dental days are usually fast paced with lots of turn over. Make sure you get your setup done early so you can quickly be ready for your next case. Remember to have your emergency meds ready, a plan for you nasal intubation, and a good plan for wakeup. We hear having the patient bite the dentist is poor form...To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Don't skip the intro on this one! We were joined by the cutest co-host who helped us introduce this week's episode. On this episode we discuss how we typically study new concepts and how we try to retain the enormous amount of information that comes your way during anesthesia school. Remember, all of our show outlines are available to our Patreon members!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Buckle up...this episode is a long one and packed full of information. We quickly discuss the respiratory anatomy and then move on to the physiology and problems we can see such as dead space and shunts. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Check out this care plan on our premium feed for a quick rundown of a c-section. Make sure you keep that blood pressure up after administering the spinal and monitor for nausea - this will typically be your first indication of hypotension! Communication with mom is key during this procedure. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This is an episode we've been wanting to do for a while. Anesthesia school is TOUGH. While we fully anticipated the difficulty going into school, we definitely underestimated how difficult school would be on our families. Listen to this episode to hear from our wives as they discuss their experiences of going through anesthesia school. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Let's talk money! No, not the fun stuff. More like the "how can I afford to go to anesthesia school and pay for groceries, rent, gas, books, internet, clothes, and tissues to wipe my tears" kind of stuff. Unfortunately, we have no magical answer! This is simply our experience. The things we did to prepare, things we wished we would've known, and how we plan to transition into life as a CRNA. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we cover a care plans for colonoscopy, EGD, and ERCP procedures. These might seem like "easier" days but they are great opportunities to develop critical skills of tailoring medication administrations so your patients are comfortable while maintaining their airway. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

BASICS. Today we discuss strategies for performing a general induction and emergence. If you are a seasoned SRNA or a practicing CRNA,  this episode is probably not for you! This episode is aimed at helping SNRAs transition into clinicals and providing some simple tools to think about as you begin your time at the head of the bed. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Here we discuss a typical carotid care plan. Make sure you are ready to manage that blood pressure! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we share some of the challenges we've experienced during anesthesia school. Each phase of  school seems to bring on new,  unique hardships. Often feelings of anxiety and depression are internalized and you may be tempted to feel like you are the only one struggling. We've got news for ya, YOU'RE NOT. In this episode we simply discuss our battles with mental health and a few things that have helped us throughout school. Remember, you are not alone! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Buckle up...this episode is a lot. Normally we like to discuss topics in general themes and then work though some specifics. Unfortunately, there really isn't a better way to capture this content other than simply stating the facts. In today's episode, we discuss the characteristics of various rhythms and how to differentiate them from one another.  To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode, we discuss the heart's conduction system, how to measure cardiac rhythms, and how to interpret EKGs. You know, all the things you've learned, forgotten, learned, forgotten...Hopefully this can be a quick resource to refresh your understanding!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

For today's care plan we discuss the FESS procedure. This is a fairly common ENT procedure that you will most likely encounter early on in your training. It is important that you think about the various tubes you might want to use for intubation and also discuss with the surgeon to see if they have a preference for the type of anesthetic. Overall, pretty straightforward - Remember...don't smash the mask on the patient's nose after the surgery!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we take a break from our usual discussions to talk about our journey to CRNA school. We talk about how we decided on anesthesia as a career, our differing ICU experiences leading up to school, and even how the podcast began. We hope this episode is helpful, especially for those of you who are considering anesthesia school! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

While there are certainly specifics which differentiate specific back cases, today we discuss the overarching principles that you should consider while doing a general back case.  To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode walks through the basic care plan for a parathyroidectomy. You'll be drawing PTH levels throughout the case so think ahead about where you'll have access for blood draws. Also, pay attention to your calcium levels and check with the surgeon regarding monitoring. You'll most likely use a NIM tube for this case!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we discuss management of patients with burn injuries. Patient's with burn injuries will present differently depending on when in their recovery timeline we provide anesthesia. It is important to understand the different physiologic states and how we will manage them during surgery. Pay attention to fluids, temperature, and as always, tailor your medications to their specific needs. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This case will most likely be your bread and butter as you begin doing generals. Pay attention to your respiratory mechanics while they insuflate the abdomen and keep an eye on your EtCO2 levels! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we discuss the physiology of diastolic and systolic heart failure. We then discuss the management of HR, CO, pre-load, and after-load to appropriately manage these patients. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we briefly discuss the normal physiology and blood flow through the heart. We move on to talk about the left side of the heart and how stenosis and regurgitation affect pressures, volumes, and coronary perfusion. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Announcing our 2020 scholarship for our Patreon members! If you aren't already a Patreon member, you are missing out! Head over to Patreon.com, search "student nurse anesthesia" and become a member to have access to all of our episodes. To be eligible for this scholarship, you must be enrolled in a nurse anesthesia program and be a Patreon member. Deadline is December 31, 2020 Download the application from our Patreon page and email your submission to studentnurseanesthesia@gmail.com.  Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Check out this care plan for knee procedures. These will be common procedures especially as you begin developing your anesthesia practice. Whether you choose a general anesthetic plan or spinal, be sure you are prepared for possible complications and how you will manage them as they arise. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Part two of our neuro anesthesia discussion. Today we talk about basic positioning for neuro cases, managing stimulation throughout the case, and management of aneurysms and spasms. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's discussion, we discuss the neuro anatomy and physiology and how our anesthesia affects this system. The meds that we give and the way we ventilate patients greatly impacts the CBF, CRMO2 and ICP dynamics. Catch PART 2 over on our premium feed! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we discuss the care plan for the T&A procedure. These are quick! Make sure you are adequately set up for this procedure and try to time your emergence with that second tonsil being removed. You got this!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Here we discuss the use of double lumen tubes (DLTs). When they are indicated, how to place them, and proper management and troubleshooting. We also discuss the typical indications for lung surgeries and the preoperative testing, intra-operative management, and post-operative care involved. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's discussion, we discuss anesthetic management of patients with vascular disease. We walk through the general steps of managing a carotid and AAA to provide examples of how we should monitor and care for patients with vascular disease. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode discusses our innate and adaptive immune systems. We go over hypersensitivity reactions and briefly discuss several autoimmune diseases. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Part two of our hematology discussions. In this episode, we use the information from part one as the groundwork to discuss specific hematologic diseases. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Short, simple, to the point. Today we discuss shoulder surgeries and your typical setup. Remember, if you are in sitting position, go ahead and draw up your neo to stay ahead of the game. We like perfused brains! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Do you have difficulty sleeping? Try this episode...All joking aside, this episode is tough! This episode is packed full of facts to memorize to make sure you understand clotting cascades and how our bodies maintain hemostasis. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we discuss the indications, techniques, and complications associated with spinal and epidural anesthesia. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode focuses on the lumbar plexus and the sacral plexus. Understanding this anatomy, we can perform nerve blocks for various lower extremity procedures. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

A brief overview of ultrasound mechanics and the blocks involving the brachial plexus. We discuss the inter-scalene block, supra-clavicular block, infra-clavicular block, and the axillary block. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Monitors! Pulse oximetry, BP, BIS, ETCO2, CVP and more. In this episode we discuss these various monitors, their methods of measurement, and the physiology behind their waveforms. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's discussion focuses on GI, spine, and ophthalmic abnormalities which may need to be emergently managed in the pediatric population. Topics include myelomeningocele, TEF, NEC, pyloric stenosis, omphalocele, gastroschisis and more. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Although each institution's practices are unique, today we discuss the basics of pediatric inductions. From an inhalational induction to a RSI, we cover the processes and dosages of managing a pediatric induction. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available hereon the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In today's episode we discuss the circulation in utero and several heart defects and the associated physiology. Be sure to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we lay the groundwork for the next several episodes. It is important to understand the different physiological values for the pediatric population so we can appropriately manage their care. The next several episodes we will discuss specific considerations and build off of this groundwork. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's discussion focuses on the fluid compartments within the body, and how we manipulate fluid shifts to promote hemostasis. In this episode we also discuss administration of blood products and some complications which may arise. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This is the 4th episode focusing on OB anesthesia! Today we talk about amniotic fluid embolisms and the treatment plan to care for the mother and baby. We briefly discuss pre-eclampsia and eclampsia at the end and include the common methods of treatment. Be sure to leave us a review! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today we discuss fetal heart rate monitoring and the implications for our anesthesia practice. While this might not be a huge aspect of our daily anesthesia management, remember FHR monitoring is fair game for boards!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Episode 2 of our OB discussions. Today we focus on the common medications used to stimulate or reduce contractions, treat hemorrhaging patients, and reduce pain during delivery. We also briefly touch on the plan of care for emergent C-sections. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

The first of several episodes focused on OB. Today we discuss the typical changes seen during pregnancy and how that will affect our anesthesia management. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we discuss two special populations and the hemodynamic changes that anesthesia providers should anticipate.  We also discuss specific anesthesia management practices that may be altered to meet the needs of the patients. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode covers common positioning techniques for surgical procedures. Specifically we address hemodynamic changes and injuries associated with the various surgical positions. At the end of the episode, we review common nerve injuries and their presentations. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

If you haven't, leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Today is part two of our discussion on inhaled anesthetics. In this episode we discuss the effects of volatile anesthetics on the various body systems followed by a quick discussion of nitrous oxide. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

The fun stuff! In this episode we discuss how inhaled anesthetics work and how we can monitor their effects. We discuss the differing measures of potency and onset and some unique characteristics associated with isoflurane, desflurane, and sevoflurane. Make sure to leave us a review!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

(PART 2) of the renal discussions. In episode 20, we discussed the A&P of the nephron. Today, we use that understanding to discuss the sites of action for the various diuretics. Additionally, we discuss renal injury and their anesthesia implications. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

(Part 1) Episode 20 dives into the anatomy and physiology of the kidneys. We specifically discuss the nephron and the sites of ion transport. Be sure to look out for episode 21 where we build on this information and discuss the medications and diseases associated with the renal system. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

To begin, we briefly break down the differences between COPD and Asthma. During the rest of this discussion we focus on the different pharmacologic modalities we can use to optimize our patient's respiratory function. (Beta2 Agonists, Methylxanthines, Cholinergic Antagonists, Corticosteroids, Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors, Antileukotrienes, Mast Cell Stabilizers, Ventilatory Stimulants)To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode, we discuss common blocks, medications, and complications associated with ophthalmic anesthesia. While ophthalmic anesthesia may not be a central focus of our anesthesia training, it is important that we have a good understanding of this topic to provide safe, effective care for our patients. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Whew....This was a long one! While there aren't many meds to discuss, each of them are used so frequently that we felt like we needed to take our time on each one. In this episode we discuss propofol, etomidate, ketamine, precedex, benzos, and barbiturates. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review!To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Part TWO of our endocrine discussions. Today's discussion focuses on the adrenal cortex and medulla along with the thyroid gland. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

In this episode we briefly review endocrine anatomy followed by a more in depth discussion of growth hormone, parathyroid hormone, and insulin. We discuss common complications due to alterations of these hormones and the anesthesia considerations associated. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

We briefly discuss the pain pathway (see episode 7) and the anatomy of the opioid receptors. During the rest of this episode, we focus on the commonly used opioids and their unique characteristics. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

BASICS! Today we discuss airway assessment and airway equipment. Make sure you understand airway anatomy (Episode 12) before moving on to this episode. Mallampati, ULBT, Cormack, ETTs, LMAs and more! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Quick refresher on airway anatomy.  Today we discuss the paired and unpaired cartilages, nerves, and muscles found in the airway. Next episode we will discuss airway assessment and common tools used to secure an airway. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

NMBD (PART TWO). Today's discussion builds on Episode 10's discussion of NMBDs. Here we discuss specific muscle relaxants and their time of onset, length of duration, and mechanism of metabolism. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

NMBD (PART ONE).  In this episode, we discuss the differences between depolarizing and non-depolarizing muscle relaxants. This information, along with a brief synopsis of neuromuscular monitoring is the foundation for understanding the specific medications used to achieve a neuromuscular blockade. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This is a brief episode discussing the pathology of malignant hyperthermia. While hopefully we don't encounter this problem clinically, it is important to recognize the early warning signs and understand the emergent treatment. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This discussion outlines the anatomy and physiology of the neuromuscular junction. This discussion is the foundation of understanding neuromuscular blocking agents. We also discuss several neuromuscular diseases and their special considerations for anesthesia management. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's discussion covers the transduction, transmission, perception, and modulation of the pain pathway. With this understanding, we briefly discuss some common modalities used to treat pain. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Today's episode lays the groundwork for understanding regional anesthesia. This discussion covers the basic anatomy of nerves and the chemical structures of local anesthetics used to provide regional anesthesia. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

This discussion provides a basic overview of the anesthesia machine. Here we discuss the high, intermediate, and low pressure systems of the anesthesia machine along with a quick overview of circuits. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Discussing the various pathways involved with PONV and the medications and anesthetic strategies we use to prevent PONV  To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

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Laparoscopic surgeries are commonly performed within the OR. Creating a pneumoperitoneum during this procedure can have implications for the anesthesia team. This episode will discuss common complications associated with the use of a pneumoperitoneum. To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com

Welcome to Core Anesthesia! To access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com Support the showTo access all of our content, download the CORE Anesthesia App available here on the App Store and here on Google Play. Want to connect? Check out our instagram or email us at info@coreanesthesia.com