


CORE CRNA: Guide to Pre-Operative Assessment
This comprehensive guide is designed specifically for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs) and Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetists (RRNAs) to build a strong foundation in preoperative assessment. With a focus on real-world application, this book walks readers through the essential components of pre-op evaluation—from patient interview techniques and chart reviews to system-based assessments and anesthesia planning.
Understanding that preoperative assessment is the cornerstone of safe, personalized anesthesia care, this resource emphasizes clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary for success in the operating room. Readers will learn how to assess surgical risk, anticipate complications, and develop anesthesia plans tailored to individual patient factors.
Whether you're preparing for clinical rotations or enhancing your confidence in patient care, this guide equips future anesthesia providers with the tools to excel in both academic and clinical environments.
Highlights include:
Step-by-step outline of the preoperative assessment process
Realistic interview scripts and documentation tips
System-specific history and physical assessment checklists
Guidance on interpreting diagnostics and collaborating with the care team
Education strategies for alleviating patient anxiety and building rapport
Empower your practice. Enhance your preparation. Elevate your patient care.
This comprehensive guide is designed specifically for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs) and Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetists (RRNAs) to build a strong foundation in preoperative assessment. With a focus on real-world application, this book walks readers through the essential components of pre-op evaluation—from patient interview techniques and chart reviews to system-based assessments and anesthesia planning.
Understanding that preoperative assessment is the cornerstone of safe, personalized anesthesia care, this resource emphasizes clinical reasoning, critical thinking, and communication skills necessary for success in the operating room. Readers will learn how to assess surgical risk, anticipate complications, and develop anesthesia plans tailored to individual patient factors.
Whether you're preparing for clinical rotations or enhancing your confidence in patient care, this guide equips future anesthesia providers with the tools to excel in both academic and clinical environments.
Highlights include:
Step-by-step outline of the preoperative assessment process
Realistic interview scripts and documentation tips
System-specific history and physical assessment checklists
Guidance on interpreting diagnostics and collaborating with the care team
Education strategies for alleviating patient anxiety and building rapport
Empower your practice. Enhance your preparation. Elevate your patient care.