SNHP | Nurse Anesthesia DNP Project Presentations
Academic Level at Time of Presentation
Graduate
Major
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Nurse Anesthesia
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Dr. Jessica Naber, PhD, RN
Presentation Format
Poster Presentation - Murray State Access only
Abstract/Description
Abstract
Background: Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight loss, delay gastric emptying and increase aspiration risk during anesthesia. Current fasting guidelines may not adequately address this risk. Gastric point-of-care ultrasound (G-POCUS) offers a noninvasive method to assess gastric contents, but many certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) lack formal training in its use.
Purpose: This project aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a focused G-POCUS educational intervention in improving CRNAs’ knowledge and confidence in performing gastric ultrasound for patients on GLP-1 receptor agonists.
Methods: A quasi-experimental pre- and post-survey design was implemented with six CRNAs at a rural facility. Participants completed pre- and post-intervention assessments evaluating G-POCUS knowledge and confidence. The intervention included a structured didactic session on G-POCUS techniques, GLP-1 pharmacology, and perioperative decision-making. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests.
Results: Post-intervention, CRNAs demonstrated a significant improvement in knowledge (mean score increase from 46.67% to 93.33%, p = 0.0014) and confidence (Likert scale mean increase from 1.8 to 3.5). All participants reported no prior formal training in G-POCUS but expressed greater confidence in clinical application after education.
Conclusion: A structured G-POCUS education program effectively enhanced CRNA knowledge and confidence. Integrating ultrasound training into CRNA education and practice could improve patient safety and perioperative risk assessment for those on GLP-1 receptor agonists. Further research is recommended to evaluate long-term clinical adoption.
Keywords: gastric ultrasound, GLP-1 receptor agonists, anesthesia, aspiration risk, CRNA education
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Spring Scholars Week April 2025- DNP- Nurse Anesthesia
Enhancing CRNA Knowledge and Confidence in Gastric Point-of-Care Ultrasound for Patients on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists: A Focused Educational Intervention
Abstract
Background: Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight loss, delay gastric emptying and increase aspiration risk during anesthesia. Current fasting guidelines may not adequately address this risk. Gastric point-of-care ultrasound (G-POCUS) offers a noninvasive method to assess gastric contents, but many certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) lack formal training in its use.
Purpose: This project aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a focused G-POCUS educational intervention in improving CRNAs’ knowledge and confidence in performing gastric ultrasound for patients on GLP-1 receptor agonists.
Methods: A quasi-experimental pre- and post-survey design was implemented with six CRNAs at a rural facility. Participants completed pre- and post-intervention assessments evaluating G-POCUS knowledge and confidence. The intervention included a structured didactic session on G-POCUS techniques, GLP-1 pharmacology, and perioperative decision-making. Data were analyzed using paired t-tests.
Results: Post-intervention, CRNAs demonstrated a significant improvement in knowledge (mean score increase from 46.67% to 93.33%, p = 0.0014) and confidence (Likert scale mean increase from 1.8 to 3.5). All participants reported no prior formal training in G-POCUS but expressed greater confidence in clinical application after education.
Conclusion: A structured G-POCUS education program effectively enhanced CRNA knowledge and confidence. Integrating ultrasound training into CRNA education and practice could improve patient safety and perioperative risk assessment for those on GLP-1 receptor agonists. Further research is recommended to evaluate long-term clinical adoption.
Keywords: gastric ultrasound, GLP-1 receptor agonists, anesthesia, aspiration risk, CRNA education
