Which advanced nurse administers anesthesia?

Which advanced nurse administers anesthesia?

• A. Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• B. Nurse Practitioner
• C. Clinical Nurse Specialist
• D. Nurse Educator

Answer: (A)

The role that administers anesthesia is the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. CRNAs are advanced practice nurses who complete specialized training in anesthesia, earning a graduate degree and passing a national certification. They provide the full anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures, including managing the airway, monitoring vital signs, and controlling pain. This distinguishes them from other advanced nurses: a nurse practitioner focuses on diagnosing and treating illnesses in primary or specialty care; a clinical nurse specialist concentrates on expert clinical practice within a specialty or system-level improvements; a nurse educator teaches and develops nursing curricula and training.

The role that administers anesthesia is the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. CRNAs are advanced practice nurses who complete specialized training in anesthesia, earning a graduate degree and passing a national certification. They provide the full anesthesia care before, during, and after surgical procedures, including managing the airway, monitoring vital signs, and controlling pain.

This distinguishes them from other advanced nurses: a nurse practitioner focuses on diagnosing and treating illnesses in primary or specialty care; a clinical nurse specialist concentrates on expert clinical practice within a specialty or system-level improvements; a nurse educator teaches and develops nursing curricula and training.