Pain Sensitivity: What Every CRNA Should Know

In the latest episode of Beyond the Mask, Sharon Pearce and guest co-host Carole Doyscher, CRNA, BSN, MS, APRN are joined by Lori Schirle, CRNA, PhD, an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University. We heard her topic at the AANA Annual Congress and wanted to bring her on to discuss the cutting-edge research on pain sensitivity and its implications for CRNAs and advanced practice nurses. Join us as Lori shares her extensive research on pain sensitivity, opioid prescribing practices, and the future of personalized pain management.   Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: What is pain sensitivity and how does it impact CRNA practice? Measuring pain sensitivity through a process called Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST). How can this research be used and what studies might be coming next? The role the AANA Foundation played in her position as one of the few full-time CRNA researchers. Pain sensitivity and its impact on postoperative outcomes.   Visit us online: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/   The 1099 CRNA Institute: https://aana.com/1099 ***Use coupon code BEYOND1999 to get 20% off through November 2024   Get the CE Certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf   Help us grow by leaving a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-mask-innovation-opportunities-for-crnas/id1440309246   Donate to Our Heart Your Hands here: https://www.ourheartsyourhands.org/donate    Support Team Emma Kate: https://grouprev.com/haloswalk2024-shannon-shannon-brekken