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Anesthesia – Top 5 Questions Asked By Patients

Salem Anesthesia

Demystifying Anesthesia: Answering the Top 5 Questions Anesthesia, the invisible hero of modern medicine, plays a crucial role in surgeries and medical procedures, ensuring patients are comfortable, pain-free, and safe. What is anesthesia, and how does it work? Is anesthesia safe?

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CRNA Program Admissions: The Challenge of High Demand and Intense Rivalry

The CRNA Chase

In this blog post, we will dive into the challenges posed by high demand and intense rivalry in CRNA program admissions and explore strategies to overcome them. The Growing Demand for CRNA Professionals The role of CRNAs in the healthcare field has gained significant recognition due to their specialized skills in anesthesia administration.

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10 Myths About Anesthesia

Salem Anesthesia

Anesthesia is a critical component of medical procedures, ensuring that patients undergo surgeries and interventions with minimal pain and discomfort. However, several myths surround the use of anesthesia, leading to misconceptions and concerns among individuals. Myth: Anesthesia always leads to unconsciousness.

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A Day in the Life of a CRNA: Insights & Experiences

Salem Anesthesia

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) serve an irreplaceable function on medical teams across the country. They play a crucial role in healthcare by ensuring patient safety and comfort before, during, and after surgical procedures. They review patient charts, medical histories, and other relevant data.

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Anesthesiologist Shortages Globally

Nashville Anesthesia Professionals

The American Association of Medical Colleges predicts that there will be a workforce gap of as many as 12,500 anesthesiologists in the United States by 2033 (3). Growing shortages of anesthesiologists globally could significantly impact the availability of surgeries and other medical procedures, especially in rural and low-income areas.

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Propofol Related Infusion Syndrome

DFW Anesthesia Professionals

Propofol-related infusion syndrome (PRIS) is a rare but severe condition associated with the administration of propofol, an anesthetic commonly used for sedation in medical procedures. In cases of severe acidosis, bicarbonate therapy may be necessary, while arrhythmias may require specific anti-arrhythmic medications or interventions.

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NON-PHYSICIAN SURGICAL ASSISTANT UTILIZATION AND EFFICIENCY ANALYSIS – Luis F Aragon, CSA, LSA, RSA

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The performance of certain complicated procedures often requires technical expertise on the part of both surgeon and the surgical assistant. Taking this list as reference; more than 60% of the surgical procedures might require the need for an extra set of qualified help to the surgeon.