Ever wonder what goes on behind the operating room doors? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the fascinating world of anesthesia and surgery. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Tanner and Cole from the Core Anesthesia podcast provide an insider's look at the perioperative process, from pre-op preparation to the orchestrated induction of anesthesia to navigating complications post-op. With vivid detail and expert insights, they break down the physiology behind general anesthesia, reveal secrets of the OR, and equip nurses with knowledge to better support surgical patients. Whether you’re an ICU, ER, or floor nurse, you’ll gain invaluable perspective on the surgical experience.
Check out Nicole Kupchik's exam reviews and practice questions at nicolekupchikconsulting.com. Use the promo code UPMYGAME20 to get 20% off all products.
Do you need help with your resume, interviewing, or need career coaching? Check out Sarah at New Thing Nurse:
See the show notes at upmynursinggame.com.
Time Stamps
[06:16] - Pre-operative process, pre-anesthesia clinic visits, elective versus emergent preparation
[18:02] - Overview of the induction process to put a patient under general anesthesia.
[27:24] - Anesthesia: gases versus IV
[42:47] - Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)
[44:08] - Postoperative urinary retention (PO-UR)
Ever wonder what goes on behind the operating room doors? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the fascinating world of anesthesia and surgery. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Tanner and Cole from the Core Anesthesia podcast provide an insider's look at the perioperative process, from pre-op preparation to the orchestrated induction of anesthesia to navigating complications post-op. With vivid detail and expert insights, they break down the physiology behind general anesthesia, reveal secrets of the OR, and equip nurses with knowledge to better support surgical patients. Whether you’re an ICU, ER, or floor nurse, you’ll gain invaluable perspective on the surgical experience.
Check out Nicole Kupchik's exam reviews and practice questions at nicolekupchikconsulting.com. Use the promo code UPMYGAME20 to get 20% off all products.
Do you need help with your resume, interviewing, or need career coaching? Check out Sarah at New Thing Nurse:
See the show notes at upmynursinggame.com.
Time Stamps
[06:16] - Pre-operative process, pre-anesthesia clinic visits, elective versus emergent preparation
[18:02] - Overview of the induction process to put a patient under general anesthesia.
[27:24] - Anesthesia: gases versus IV
[42:47] - Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)
[44:08] - Postoperative urinary retention (PO-UR)