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Podcast: Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs
Episode: Talking to People in the Community about Fentanyl and Propofol
Description: Anesthesia medications play a crucial role in modern medicine, enabling pain-free surgeries and procedures. However, their potent effects also pose significant risks when misused. Today’s show explores the legitimate and harmful uses of two powerful anesthesia drugs: fentanyl and propofol.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
These drugs, when manufactured correctly, have legitimate uses.
The risks of recreational use of both fentanyl and propofol.
How these drugs are used in anesthesia.
The significant safeguards that are put in place to ensure safety while they are receiving anesthesia care.
The worry that anes...