Episode 28: Pre-operative Assessment

FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4Completing a pre-operative assessment for your first patients can be overwhelming as you’re navigating your clinicals. There are numerous factors to be considered before putting your patient to sleep, so we’re laying out the details!Today, we’re diving into how to best move through your preoperative assessment in a way that keeps your patient safe and helps you avoid mistakes. In this episode, we’re covering: Tips and tricks for preparing ahead of time and keeping yourself organized How to create a trusting relationship with your preceptor Completing your own assessment to determine how challenging this patient or procedure may be ahead of timeThe questions you NEED to be asking to assess cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, neuro, GI, endocrine, psychiatric, and muscular health Navigating health issues that the patient may not be aware of (or simply doesn’t acknowledge) Best practices for keeping patients comfortable during the procedure to help them have a more pleasant wake-up and recoveryHappy assessing, future CRNA! You’ve got this! Grow your network, knowledge, confidence, and more at our virtual conference October 23rd and 24th!https://events.crnaschoolprepacademy.com/Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet access to application & interview preparation resources plus ICU Educational Workshops that have helped 1,000s of nurses accelerate their CRNA success.Become a member of CRNA School Prep Academy:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comThe CSPA Conference experience is now available on demand.With the Digital Pass, you can access CRNA school prep sessions, expert guidance, and the encouragement you need to keep moving forward.👉Grab your Digital Pass Today!Ready for more structure and support with your CRNA school prep?Join a CSPA IntensiveYou will get access to faculty guidance, application support, interview prep, and powerful conference sessions to help you move forward with confidence.👉Enroll today.Join the Waitlist for the 2027 CSPA Conference [Here]We’re heading to Panama City, Florida for the 2027 CRNA School Prep Academy Conference, hosted in partnership with Florida State University!Join us September 10–12, 2027 for an inspiring weekend designed for aspiring CRNAs who are ready to grow, connect, and take the next step toward nurse anesthesia school.This event will bring together ICU nurses, CRNA faculty, SRNAs, mentors, and future CRNAs for a powerful in-person experience focused on: CRNA school admissions guidance  Interview preparation  Clinical and professional development  Networking with like-minded ICU nurses ...