{"podcast":{"title":"Atomic Anesthesia","slug":"atomic-anesthesia-6877117","podcast_index_feed_id":6877117,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/atomic-anesthesia/","website_url":"https://atomic-anesthesia.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9b159aca-67cb-4296-9a0a-a624c6e7cb43/mLfwcJZeqiVNFcjeFkb2eU8M.png","author":"Rhea Temmermand, PhD, CRNA & Sachi Lord, MSN, CRNA","episode_count":111,"summary":"Welcome to Atomic Anesthesia, the essential podcast for nurse anesthesia residents seeking to master both basic and clinical science education (and RNs looking to become CRNAs, too!). Join us as we break down tough science concepts and demonstrating their practical clinical application in real-world scenarios. Each episode of Atomic Anesthesia is crafted to provide comprehensive explanations of complex scientific principles, tailored specifically for the needs of nurse anesthesia residents or nurses preparing for graduate school. Whether you're grappling with pharmacology, physiology, or any other challenging subject, our expert hosts are here to guide you through every step of the learning process. But we don't stop there. Atomic Anesthesia goes beyond the classroom, inviting esteemed guests from both the scientific and CRNA communities to share their insights and experiences. From discussions on graduate school training to invaluable tips for navigating the complexities of clinical practice, our diverse range of topics ensures that every episode is packed with valuable knowledge and practical advice. Whether you're commuting to clinicals, hitting the gym, or simply relaxing at h…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-05T00:18:22.312852+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117"},"episode":{"title":"MECHANICAL VENTILATION MODE BASICS EVERY SRNA/NAR SHOULD KNOW │ EP99","slug":"mechanical-ventilation-mode-basics-every-srna-nar-should-know-ep99","published_at":"2026-07-07T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117/mechanical-ventilation-mode-basics-every-srna-nar-should-know-ep99","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117","url":"https://atomic-anesthesia.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/53b40f59-5ff6-494b-bc78-5a5b7a29ef5d.mp3","summary":"Welcome to the Atomic Anesthesia podcast hosted by CRNA professor Dr. Rhea Temmermand and Co-Founder Sachi Lord. On this show, you'll hear clear, clinically grounded discussions designed for nurse anesthesia residents and CRNAs who want to feel more confident in complex pharmacology, physiology, and real-world anesthesia decision-making. Want more content like this? Become a member of our learning platform: http://atomicanesthesia.com In this episode: The major ventilation modes used on anesthesia machines, including volume control, pressure control, PCV-VG, and pressure support ventilation How each mode works, what it guarantees, and the key advantages and limitations of each How to choose the right mode for common OR scenarios like obesity, laparoscopic surgery, Trendelenburg positioning, and LMA cases Practical ventilation pearls, including lung-protective tidal volumes, PEEP, airway pressures, and recognizing changes in pulmonary compliance A simple framework for understanding any ventilator mode without memorizing manufacturer-specific names or buttons 💜 FREE DOWNLOADS: Grab your copy of customized study plans & worksheets. SEE/NCE Study Plan — a structured, week-by-week plan to pass your boards Non-Opioid Pharmacology Cheat Sheet — every non-opioid analgesic you need to know, one page GPCR Cheat Sheet — G-protein coupled receptors decoded for anesthesia 💜 CONNECT: 📥 Email questions, comments or topic suggestions to Rhea or Sachi at hello@atomicanesthesia.com, follow us on social media, and sign up for our newsletter. Mentioned in this episode: 💜 PARTNERS: The Incomologists® https://theincomologists.com/ You work hard caring for others—let us take care of you. Whether you’re a W-2 employee or transitioning to a 1099 role, we understand the unique challenges he…","meta_description":"Welcome to the Atomic Anesthesia podcast hosted by CRNA professor Dr. Rhea Temmermand and Co-Founder Sachi Lord. On this show, you'll hear clear, clinical…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1573,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/atomic-anesthesia-6877117/episodes/mechanical-ventilation-mode-basics-every-srna-nar-should-know-ep99/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117/mechanical-ventilation-mode-basics-every-srna-nar-should-know-ep99.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}