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Atomic Anesthesia

Atomic Anesthesia

For the nurse anesthesia resident, or aspiring CRNA, we're here to make complex science and anesthesia topics simple. Tune in each week as we cover pharmacology, pathophysiology, and anesthesia principles.

Rhea Temmermand, PhD, CRNA & Sachi Lord, MSN, CRNA

117 episodesEN

Show overview

Atomic Anesthesia has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 117 episodes. That works out to roughly 55 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.

Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 16 min and 41 min — with run-times ranging widely across the catalogue. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.

The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 2 days ago, with 46 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Rhea Temmermand, PhD, CRNA & Sachi Lord, MSN, CRNA.

Episodes
117
Running
2024–2026 · 2y
Median length
25 min
Cadence
Weekly

From the publisher

Welcome to Atomic Anesthesia, the essential podcast for nurse anesthesia residents seeking to master both basic and clinical science education (and RNs looking to become CRNAs, too!). Join us as we break down tough science concepts and demonstrating their practical clinical application in real-world scenarios. Each episode of Atomic Anesthesia is crafted to provide comprehensive explanations of complex scientific principles, tailored specifically for the needs of nurse anesthesia residents or nurses preparing for graduate school. Whether you're grappling with pharmacology, physiology, or any other challenging subject, our expert hosts are here to guide you through every step of the learning process. But we don't stop there. Atomic Anesthesia goes beyond the classroom, inviting esteemed guests from both the scientific and CRNA communities to share their insights and experiences. From discussions on graduate school training to invaluable tips for navigating the complexities of clinical practice, our diverse range of topics ensures that every episode is packed with valuable knowledge and practical advice. Whether you're commuting to clinicals, hitting the gym, or simply relaxing at home, Atomic Anesthesia is the perfect companion for learning on the go. Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge and skills you need to excel in your journey towards becoming a proficient and confident nurse anesthethesiologist.

Latest Episodes

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SEDATION SHOWDOWN: BARBITURATES VS. BENZODIAZEPINES │ EP117

Oct 7, 202617 min

BLOCK PARTY: NEUROMUSCULAR BLOCKERS (PARALYTICS) FOR THE SEE/NCE │ EP116

Oct 5, 202639 min

CAROTID ENDARTERECTOMY: PROTECTING THE BRAIN ONE CLAMP AT A TIME │ EP115

Sep 29, 202611 min

THE TWITCHING HOUR: TRAIN-OF-FOUR EXPLAINED │ EP114

Sep 23, 202629 min

VASODILATORS IN THE OR: WHEN THE PRESSURE NEEDS TO DROP NOW │ EP113

Sep 11, 202611 min

DECODING DEXAMETHASONE'S ANTIEMETIC EFFECT (MECHANISM EXPLAINED)│ EP112

Sep 8, 202622 min

THE DIFFICULT AIRWAY ALGORITHM, STEP-BY-STEP │ EP111

Sep 4, 202619 min

10 HIGH-YIELD SEE/NCE BOARD QUESTIONS EXPLAINED │ EP110

Sep 1, 202626 min

PREECLAMPSIA AND THE OB PATIENT: PATHOPHYSIOLOGY THAT SAVES LIVES

Aug 21, 202610 min

CRNA WORKFORCE CHANGES: DO THESE THINGS TO LAND YOUR PERFECT JOB │ EP108

Aug 14, 202618 min

REGIONAL ANESTHESIA 101: BLOCKS EVERY CRNA SHOULD KNOW │ EP107

Aug 13, 202614 min

THE 5 OPIOIDS YOU ACTUALLY USE IN THE OR │ EP106

Aug 7, 202613 min

COMPLEX I, SEVOFLURANE, AND THE VENEZUELAN MITOCHONDRIAL VARIANT │ EP105

Jul 31, 202613 min

PROPOFOL: THE DRUG YOU THINK YOU KNOW │ EP104

Jul 28, 202612 min

HIGH & TOTAL SPINAL: THE EARLIEST SYMPTOMS YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW FOR BOARDS │ EP103

Jul 23, 202614 min

THE STUDENT-PRECEPTOR RELATIONSHIP: WHAT TO EXPECT, HOW TO THRIVE, AND WHAT ACTUALLY MATTERS (PART 2) │ EP102

Jul 20, 202629 min

THE STUDENT-PRECEPTOR RELATIONSHIP: WHAT TO EXPECT, HOW TO THRIVE, AND WHAT ACTUALLY MATTERS (PART 1) │ EP101

Jul 16, 202641 min

THE BIGGEST THING HOLDING YOU BACK (PSST...ITS NOT YOUR TALENT) │ EP100

Jul 14, 202625 min

MECHANICAL VENTILATION MODE BASICS EVERY SRNA/NAR SHOULD KNOW │ EP99

Jul 7, 202626 min

YOUR COPD PATIENT IS ON THE TABLE - NOW WHAT?

Jun 16, 202621 min
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