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Nurse anesthesia practice and research--a worldwide need
1Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Graduate School of Nursing, Nurse Anesthesia Program, Bethesda, MD, USA.
CRNA : the Clinical Forum for Nurse Anesthetists
|February 28, 2002
Summary
Nurse anesthetists globally administer general and regional anesthesia, often as the primary anesthesia providers. Documenting their practice is crucial for policy and clinical decision-making.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Professions
- Anesthesiology
- Global Health
Background:
- Nurse anesthetists play a significant role in anesthesia delivery worldwide.
- Their practice encompasses diverse settings and patient populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the global practice, education, and regulation of nurse anesthetists.
- To validate previous findings on the extent of nurse anesthesia provision.
Main Methods:
- Transnational research utilizing surveys distributed in 1992 and revised questionnaires in 1997.
- Data collected from nurse anesthetists across numerous countries.
Main Results:
- Confirmed that nurses are primary anesthesia providers in many nations.
- Anesthesia administration by nurse anesthetists occurs globally in various regions, development levels, and settings (rural/urban).
- Major duties are concentrated in operating rooms, potentially impacting professional visibility.
Conclusions:
- Nurse anesthetists are integral to global anesthesia care, often working independently or collaboratively.
- Enhanced documentation of practice and participation in collaborative research are essential for advancing the profession and informing health policy.