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Episode 66: Questions to Ask When Shadowing A CRNA
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Have you already thought about what questions to ask during your in-person CRNA shadow experience? Don’t be TOO shy to ASK! Tune in to find out what are some good questions you can actually ask when shadowing a CRNA.
TODAY, we’ll talk about how you can feel more confident asking questions when shadowing, why you should still be documenting your experience even if it’s not required by your CRNA school, how to know what things you should document and MORE!
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01:30 - There is no such thing as a silly question. Don’t be afraid to ask!
04:46 - When is the best time to ask the CRNA you are shadowing?
09:45 - How shadowing the same CRNA can be a great way for you to establish a relationship with them and get a great reference letter in return
11:36 - Some questions you can ask - why they ask about a certain anesthetic plan, why patients are positioned a certain way and pain needs anticipation
15:05 - Writing down observations around induction and why CRNAs do certain things (taping the eyes, moving the head a little bit, etc.)
17:20 - Ask about medications - calculating fluid management, their favorite anesthetic and their least favorite, and why
21:41 - Talking about what has been the scariest thing to happen to them as an anesthesia provider
24:08 - How and why do they find being a CRNA rewarding
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