{"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":97,"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":"2026-06-10T04:19:12.576889+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117"},"episode":{"title":"SEVOFLURANE, ISOFLURANE, DESFLURANE: WHICH ONE AND WHEN?","slug":"sevoflurane-isoflurane-desflurane-which-one-and-when","published_at":"2026-06-09T13:38:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117/sevoflurane-isoflurane-desflurane-which-one-and-when","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/atomic-anesthesia-6877117","url":"https://atomic-anesthesia.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0d054c1-0bbc-420b-b980-558bae58f0c2.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: Why desflurane needs its own specialized Tec 6 vaporizer (and what its 22.8°C boiling point means for safe delivery) The four inhalational agents you need to know cold — sevoflurane, isoflurane, desflurane, nitrous oxide — with MAC values, blood:gas coefficients, and clinical trade-offs How coronary steal actually works with isoflurane, and when it matters at the bedside The second gas effect explained at the alveolar level: concentrating effect + augmented inflow Compound A, carbon monoxide, methionine synthase inhibition — the metabolic pitfalls each agent brings to a case Tailoring agent choice for pediatric, geriatric, pregnant, neuro, and cardiac patients 💜 FREE DOWNLOADS: Grab your copy of customized study plans & worksheets. GPCR Cheat Sheet — G-protein coupled receptors decoded for anesthesia 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 💜 CONNECT: 📥 Email questions, comments or topic suggestions to Dr. Temmermand at hello@atomicanesthesia.com, follow us on social media, and sign up for our newsletter. 💜 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…","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":1728,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/atomic-anesthesia-6877117/episodes/sevoflurane-isoflurane-desflurane-which-one-and-when/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/sevoflurane-isoflurane-desflurane-which-one-and-when.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}