In this episode of My Favorite Learners, host Chloe Gomez, DNP, CRNA, sits down with Sassoon “Sass” Elisha, EdD, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN -assistant director of the Kaiser Permanente School of Anesthesia and co‑author of Nurse Anesthesia, Case Studies in Nurse Anesthesia, and Critical Events in Anesthesia.
Heads‑up: We experienced a brief audio glitch during the first seven minutes. The conversation is still audible, but if you prefer perfect clarity, captions are available on our YouTube upload. After the seven‑minute mark, the sound is crystal clear.
Together, Chloe and Sass unpack one of the most high‑yield and frequently tested topics in anesthesia pharmacology: the autonomic nervous system. Whether you’re an SRNA prepping for the NBCRNA exam or a practicing CRNA sharpening clinical decision‑making, this episode blends foundational theory with real‑world practice.
Key topics covered
-Adrenergic vs. muscarinic receptors
-Sympathetic versus parasympathetic pharmacology
-Push‑dose vasopressors: phenylephrine, ephedrine, norepinephrine, epinephrine
-Anticholinergics: glycopyrrolate vs. atropine
-Beta‑blocker selection in the OR
-Step‑wise frameworks for treating hypo‑ and hypertension
-Clinical scenarios every SRNA should master for boards
Sass also shares his teaching philosophy, insights on CRNA - SRNA mentorship.
Perfect for: SRNAs, CRNAs, anesthesia educators, and anyone seeking to deepen their grasp of autonomic pharmacology in perioperative care.
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