Beyond the Clouds: Anesthesia for Cannabis Enthusiasts
Episode 317 of the Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs podcast, hosted by Jeremy Stanley, titled "Beyond the Clouds: Anesthesia for Cannabis Enthusiasts" was published on April 9, 2024 and runs 52 minutes.
April 9, 2024 ·52m · Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Summary
The intersection of cannabis use, vaping and anesthesia is a topic that’s sparking conversations in operating rooms and beyond. With marijuana legalization spreading across the globe and vaping gaining popularity, it's crucial for healthcare providers and patients alike to understand how these factors can impact the surgical experience. In this episode, we’ll explore this topic and share the considerations CRNAs need to make when dealing with cannabis users. Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode: The science behind how cannabis interacts with our bodies. The physiological effects of cannabis use. A breakdown of vaping and what it means for those heading into surgery. How it impacts the postoperative period. Visit us online and get show resources here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ 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
Episode Description
The intersection of cannabis use, vaping and anesthesia is a topic that’s sparking conversations in operating rooms and beyond. With marijuana legalization spreading across the globe and vaping gaining popularity, it's crucial for healthcare providers and patients alike to understand how these factors can impact the surgical experience. In this episode, we’ll explore this topic and share the considerations CRNAs need to make when dealing with cannabis users.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
- The science behind how cannabis interacts with our bodies.
- The physiological effects of cannabis use.
- A breakdown of vaping and what it means for those heading into surgery.
- How it impacts the postoperative period.
Visit us online and get show resources here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/
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
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