AANA Edge 2026 is around the corner! And we’ll be there! EDGE: Educate, Develop, Grow, Engage 2026 is hosted by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) and will be held Wednesday, February 4, through …
Article Summary: Transitioning from SRNA to CRNA involves adjusting to independent practice, increased responsibility, and new professional expectations. It becomes easier when you: Clarify onboarding logistics and expectations before your first day Ask questions, seek …
Given the education, training, and career arc of a CRNA, you’ve most likely seen a patient die or one who came close to dying experiencing a “clinical death” while under your care. During your early …
Article Summary: CRNAs must earn pharmacology CE credits as part of their Class A requirements under the NBCRNA’s MAC program. This article breaks down why pharmacology education matters and highlights the APEX Anesthesia courses and …
Everything changed overnight might sound like an exaggeration, but when COVID-19 first appeared, that phrase certainly proved true. Hospital routines shifted, their hallways filled with uncertainty, and the entire world had to adjust to a …
There are many powerful examples of major technology advancements in healthcare, some of which we’ve highlighted in previous blogs. Throughout history, certain developments have dramatically shifted the level of care patients receive—sometimes in direct ways, …
You’ve been awakened from a sound sleep by discomfort in the solar plexus. OK, we know there isn’t a “solar plexus,” rather it’s the celiac plexus, that jumble of nerve fibers located in front of …
GLP-1 receptor agonists are making headlines. From brand names like Mounjaro to Ozempic, these medications have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration to lower blood sugar levels. Initially created to treat diabetes, GLP-1s …
Before we take a look at the OR Black Box®, let’s go back to 1954, when an Australian, David Warren, in a thought experiment that would forever change aviation, imagined a highly insulated and protective …
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologists (CRNAs) play vital roles in transfusion practices by managing perioperative anemia and blood loss across the perioperative continuum. In some institutions, the anesthetist may be more involved than other providers. Hence, …
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