Pain Sensitivity: What Every CRNA Should Know

On This Episode:

In the latest episode of Beyond the Mask, Sharon Pearce and guest co-host Carole Doyscher, CRNA, BSN, MS, APRN are joined by Lori Schirle, CRNA, PhD, an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University. We heard her topic at the AANA Annual Congress and wanted to bring her on to discuss the cutting-edge research on pain sensitivity and its implications for CRNAs and advanced practice nurses. Join us as Lori shares her extensive research on pain sensitivity, opioid prescribing practices, and the future of personalized pain management.

Today’s topic is incredibly important in today’s environment. You’ll discover how Lori's work is helping to shape the future of anesthesia and pain management, and learn about the genetic and environmental factors that influence pain perception. Whether you're a CRNA, an advanced practice nurse, or simply interested in the latest medical research, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

  • What is pain sensitivity and how does it impact CRNA practice?
  • Measuring pain sensitivity through a process called Quantitative Sensory Testing (QST).
  • How can this research be used and what studies might be coming next?
  • The role the AANA Foundation played in her position as one of the few full-time CRNA researchers.
  • Pain sensitivity and its impact on postoperative outcomes.

 

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"We are moving into an era of personalized pain management, but we still know we don't do that."

- Lori Schirle, CRNA, PhD