School of Nursing

Nurse Anesthesia

Student Accomplishments

Student Title Presentation
Joseph Daniels The Use of Reverse Trendelenburg to Prolong Apnea Time during Induction Without Desaturation in the Obese Population 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Kalli McGrievy Reducing Anxiety in Laboring Patients with Music 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Kellsi Nichols Utilization of Video Laryngoscopy to Decrease Post-operative Sore Throat Occurrence in Patients Requiring Endotracheal Intubation for Surgical Procedures: A Knowledge to Action Project 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Dennis Perez Implementation of the Apfel simplified risk score to decrease the Poster number of rescue medications given in the PACU: A knowledge to action project 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Caroline Rickert Utilizing Video Laryngoscopy to decrease the incidence of postoperative sore throat 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Mitchell Cosse Implementation of a Total Intravenous Anesthesia Protocol to Reduce Post-Operative Nausea and Vomiting: A knowledge to action project 2022 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Podium Presentation
Laura Mallaley Implementation of an Evidenced Based Postpartum Hemorrhage Protocol to Standardize Treatment During Cesarean Section Delivery: A Knowledge to Action Project 2022 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Podium Presentation
Arielle Davis Implementation of Intraoperative Intravenous Ketamine in Spinal Surgeries to Improve Postoperative Pain Scores 2022 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Brianna Purell The Use of Dexmedetomidine as an Adjunct to Propofol in Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Procedures to Reduce Events Leading to Hypoxemia: A Quality Improvement Project 2022 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Aida Sanchez Implementation of an Off -Site Evidence Based Intubation Checklist for Anesthesia Providers: A Quality Improvement Project 2022 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Sarah Saternos Staggered Dosing of Sugammadex on Respiratory Outcomes During Emergence of Anesthesia 2021 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Bridget Whalen Implementation of a Spanish Communication Tool for Anesthesia Providers 2022 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster

Student Title Presentation
Jacob Wheeler Intraoperative administration of magnesium sulfate during elective spinal surgeries for postoperative pain control: A knowledge-to-action project Poster
John Tobin Implementation of a Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist to Aid in High Risk Patient Identification and Reduction in Incidence of Emergence Delirium Poster
Soni Shrestha Implementation of A Clinical Practice Guidelines for Pediatric Tonsillectomy: A Knowledge Translation Project Poster
Cynthia Shen The effect of protective ventilatory strategies in obese patients undergoing bariatric surgery on postoperative pulmonary complications: A Knowledge to Action Project Poster
Shelby Seiler Implementation of a Non-Operating Room Anesthesia Checklist to Standardize Care Outside of the Operating Room: A Knowledge to Action Project Poster
Haley Meyer Implementation of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology (SHEA) Guideline for anesthesia providers to decrease infection transmission within the anesthesia workspace: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Katelyn Beavers High Flow Nasal Cannula Utilization During Anesthetic Induction for Morbidly Obese Patients to Extend the Apneic Period  
Foster Phillips Evidenced Based Intraoperative Administration of IV Dexamethasone as a Pain Management Adjunct to Reduce Post-op Opioid Requirements: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Kayla Wheeler High-Fidelity Simulation-Based Training on the recognition and treatment of Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity for Student Nurse Anesthetists  
Julie Mathew Implementing a Standardized Anesthesia Handoff to Improve Transition of Care to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit 2020 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Poster Presentation
Mary Trist Use of Dural Puncture Epidural Placement for Parturient Patients in Decreasing Epidural Top Up Frequency: A Knowledge to Action 2020 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Poster Presentation
James Pace Anesthetic Plan Flowsheet as a Means to Reduce Opioid Use During the Perioperative Period in Adult Patients Undergoing General Surgery Procedures: A Knowledge to Action 2020 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Podium Presentation
Maggie Stadtlander Implementation of Quadratus Lumborum Block Post Cesarean Section to Provide Superior, Longer Lasting Analgesia Post-Operatively: A Knowledge to Action 2020 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Poster Presentation
Mary Trist Use of Dural Puncture Epidural Placement for Parturient Patients in Decreasing Epidural Top Up Frequency: A Knowledge to Action 2020 FMOLS-Annual
James Pace Anesthetic Plan Flowsheet as a Means to Reduce Opioid Use During the Perioperative Period in Adult Patients Undergoing General Surgery Procedures: A Knowledge to Action 2020 FMOLS-Annual Transitioning Research into Practice (TRIP) Conference

Podium Presentation
Amanda Gracia Implementation of Vasopressin for the Treatment of Vasoplegic syndrome 2021 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Nelson Garza Utilization of Pulse Pressure Variation to Optimize Intraoperative Fluid Management 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Jesse Jarrett Impact of Preprocedural Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening on Intraprocedural Complications in the Adult Population Undergoing MAC for Endoscopic Procedures 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Kaiheem Patterson Intravenous Lidocaine Administration During General Anesthesia Emergence of Adult Patients During ENT Procedures to Promote Smooth Emergence 2021 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Jenny Tobin Effects of Sub-Anesthetic Ketamine Combined with Propofol in Comparison to Propofol Alone on Decreasing Adverse Events During Procedural Sedation: A Knowledge to Action Project 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Megan Bunch Implementation of Noise Reduction Strategies for Improved Patient Outcomes: Knowledge Translation for Perioperative Staff 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Brendan Cogley Anesthesia Workstation Cleanliness to Reduce Rates of Infection: A Knowledge to Action Project 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Christopher Bonstaff Improving Handoff Communication in the PACU: A Quality Improvement Project 2021 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Mitchell Crosley Reduction of Per-operative Hypothermia Through Staff Education in Proper Use of Forced Air Systems 2021 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Kinnah Hughes Management of a Difficult Airway 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster

Student Title Presentation
Andre Bennett The use of Bispectral Index Monitoring in the Prevention of Postoperative Delirium in Patients 65 Years and Older Poster Presentation
Benjamin Lane Implementation of an Evidenced Based Standard Positioning Protocol to Facilitate Direct Laryngoscopy and Endotracheal Intubation for Bariatric Surgery: A knowledge to action project Poster Presentation
Danielle Baker Implementation of a high-fidelity obese airway simulation to better prepare Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists for clinical practice: A knowledge to action project Poster Presentation
Catherine Brown An Educational Campaign to Promote Compliance of Medication Error Reporting and Near Misses Among Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists Poster Presentation
Jessica Pals Implementation of an Evidence Based Bariatric Ventilatory Protocol to Decrease Intraoperative and Immediate Postoperative Respiratory Complications: A Knowledge to Action Project Poster Presentation
Tina Tran Perioperative Critical Incident Stress Management: A Policy for Analysis Poster Presentation
Carley Roberson Bone Cementation Implantation Syndrome-A Knowledge to Action Project Poster Presentation
Michelle Hellmers Educational Tool to Enhance Provider Readiness to Care for Patients with Parkinson's Disease in the Perioperative Period  
Kheyla Matthews Eye protection protocol for determent of intraoperative corneal abrasions  
Erin Gollehon Implementation of a Perioperative Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Protocol to Reduce Rates of Postoperative Ileus in Adult General Abdominal Surgery: A Knowledge to Action 2019 East Jefferson General Hospital Research Day

Poster
Devin Burroughs Incorporating the Use of Transversus Abdominis Plane Blocks Following Cesarean Sections to Decrease Opioid Consumption: A Knowledge to Action 2020 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Kinnah Hughes Management of a Difficult Airway 2020 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Elizabeth Feigley Decreasing Anxiety and Improving Knowledge of Anesthetic Practices in Patients Undergoing Total Knee Arthroplasty Through the Implementation of Preoperative Education Prior to the Day of Surgery: A Quality Improvement Project 2019 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Alex Gruntz An Algorithmic Approach to Perioperative Management of Patients with Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices: A Knowledge to Action Project 2020 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Podium Presentation
Phillip Jordan Standardized Checklist for Perioperative Regional Anesthesia: A Quality Improvement Project 2020 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Lauren McManamon The Use of Forced Air Warming in Elective Caesarean Sections to Improve Intraoperative Hypothermia and Maternal Comfort: A Quality Improvement Project 2019 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Sarah Pigg The Use of Alcohol for Prevention of Perioperative Nausea and Vomiting During Obstetric and Gynecological Procedures 2020 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Kathryn Pittman Low-dose Intraoperative Ketamine in Chronic Pain Patients Undergoing Orthopedic Spine Surgery: A Knowledge to Action Project 2020 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day-University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster
Jessica Pollet The Use of Preoperative Gastric Ultrasonography to Determine Gastric Volume and Associated Aspiration Risk in the Pediatric Population 2019 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster
Zachary Renew Use of the Perfusion Index as a Predictor for Evaluating Successful Nerve Block Placement 2019 Louisiana Association Nurse Anesthetists (LANA) Annual Meeting

Poster

Student Title Presentation
Jamie Bernard Preventing unintentional hypothermia: A best practice implementation project  
Jessica Angerdina Buprenorphine Formulations: Relevant Perioperative Anesthesia Considerations: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Shelby Holden Implementation of a Quick Reference Handbook to Improve Anesthesia Provider Readiness to Care for Patients with Burns  
Emily Richard Effectiveness of ondansetron as an adjunct to lidocaine intravenous regional anesthesia on tourniquet pain and postoperative pain in adult patients undergoing elective hand or forearm surgery: a systematic review  
Tanya Shnaider Implementation of a Standardized Tool during Intraoperative Patient Handoff between Anesthesia Providers  
Samuel Burkes A Simple Strategy During Endotracheal Intubation of Adult Females to Decrease the Incidence of Postoperative Sore Throat: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Alexander Wong Using High-Fidelity Patient Simulation to Improve the Pediatric Nurse Anesthetist's Knowledge, Recognition, and Confidence Managing Malignant Hyperthermia  
Angela Porch A systematic review of the effects of sugammadex and neostigmine on post-operative nausea and vomiting  
Laura Blanda Decreasing Perioperative Cough, Laryngospasm, and Oxygen Desaturation in Patients with Increased Risk of Airway Irritation: Educating Anesthesia Providers About the Benefits of Laryngeal Mask Airways for General Anesthesia  
Mallory Simmons Best Practice Guideline and Apfel simplified risk score Implementation Management Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Management: A knowledge to action project  
Rebecca Trainor The Implementation of an Evidence Based Checklist to Improve the Quality of Handoff from the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse in Patients Under Age Eighteen 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Stephen Caldwell Utilizing Cardiac Screening Guidelines to Improve the Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Process for Patients Presenting for Surgery: A Knowledge to Action Project 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Brittany SantaMarina Point of Care Ultrasound Use to Measure Gastric Volume and Content in Diabetic Patients: A Knowledge to Action Project 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Gary Armstrong The Use of the Rapid Shallow Breathing Index as a Tool to Predict Successful Extubation for Patients Undergoing General Anesthesia with Endotracheal Intubation 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Gretchen Caldwell The Use of Intraoperative Ketamine in Chronic Pain Patients on Home Opioids 2018 Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Kyle Durel Translating Evidence into Practice: Anesthesia Provider Education on the Use of Ultrasound During Radial Arterial Line Insertion in Surgical Patients 2018 Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Dustin Franklin Benefits of Direct Intracuff Measurement in the Pediatric Surgical Population 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Hector Zayas Translating Knowledge into Practice: Decreasing the Incidence of Post Anesthesia Care Unit Opioid Administration in Adult Open Abdominal Surgical Patients with Administration of Intraoperative Ketamine 2018 Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Kirk Martinson Implementation of a Clinical Practice Guideline-based Perioperative Anesthesia Guideline to Prevent Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Patients Receiving Elective Colon and Rectal Surgery 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Thu Dang Promoting the Use of Ondansetron (Zofran), Compared to Meperidine, to Treat Shivering for Adult Patients Undergoing Neuraxial and General Anesthesia: A Knowledge to Action Project 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Paula Davis Using the Beers Criteria for Potentially Inappropriate medication Use to Decrease the Rate of Postoperative Delirium in Adults Sixty-five years and Older 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Jasmin Guillen In Patients Undergoing Open or Laparoscopic Abdominal Procedures, What is the Effect of Using Lung Protective Ventilation, When Compared to Standard Tidal volume with PEEP, on the Incidence of Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications? 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Timothy McGinnis Implementation of Goal-Directed Fluid Therapy in Adults Undergoing Abdominal Surgery: A Knowledge to Action Project 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation
Brian Pena The Effect of Laryngeal Mask Airway Cuff Pressure on Postoperative Sore Throat 2019 Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day- University Medical Center, New Orleans

Poster Presentation

Student Title Presentation
Jessica Bodenhamer Implementation of a standardized protocol for management of adult patients with Type II Diabetes Mellitus in the preoperative period: A knowledge to action project  
Whitney Boudreaux Use of a Checklist to Determine Eligibility of the Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block in Parturient Women Suffering from a Postdural Puncture Headache  
Miguel Garcia Ambient Temperature Regulation in the Operating Room and Intraoperative Hypothermia: Analysis for Policy  
Brian Klamer A Knowledge to Action DNP Project to Increase Patient Satisfaction Scores by Implementing Pain Treatment Algorithms  
Elizabeth Yellot The efficacy of Sugammadex versus neostigmine on restoration of neuromuscular function in surgical patients with myasthenia gravis undergoing rocuronium-induced neuromuscular blockade: a systematic review protocol  
Lauren Basile Improving Oxygen Saturation Levels in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU): Modified FiO2 Administration During Emergence and Extubation in Patients at High Risk for Post-Operative Pulmonary Complications  
Phillip Podret Perioperative anesthesia care for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) in gynecologic surgery patients  
Miranda Simmons Implementation of an Enhanced Recovery after Surgery Bundle for Elective Gynecologic Surgery to Reduce Length of Hospital Stay: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Taylor Jordan Increasing Anesthesia Providers Knowledge Regarding Proper Blood Pressure Cuff Placement in Obese Adults During the Perioperative period  
Tracey Wilson Implementation of a High Fidelity Simulation Based Training on Malignant Hyperthermia Podium
Miranda Simmons Enhanced Recovery after Surgery for elective Gynecologic Surgery to Reduce Length of Stay: A Knowledge to Action Project Podium
Njodzeka Ngong Using Functional Hemodynamic Parameters in predicting Fluid response During Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery involving Microvascular Flap: A Knowledge to Action Project Podium
Cody Aucoin Intravenous Transexamic Acid Administration in Decreasing Perioperative Blood Loss in Patients Undergoing Orthopedic Hip Surgery: A Recommended Administration Guideline Poster
Lauren Basile Improving Oxygen Saturation Levels in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU): Modified FiO2 Administration during Emergence and Extubation in Patients at High Risk for Post-operative Pulmonary Complications  
Michael Claudet Implementation of the American Pain Society and American Society of Anesthesiologists Clinical Practice Guidelines for Postoperative Pain Management in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Whittney Boudreaux Use of a Checklist to Determine Eligibility of the Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block in Parturient Women Suffering from a Postdural Puncture Headache  
Abby Moody Use of the Ultrasound to Increase the Success of Inserting an Epidural Catheter on the First Attempt: A Knowledge to Action Project 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Amanda Rome Improving the Success Rate at First Attempt Tracheal Intubation in Patients with Unanticipated or Suspected Difficult Airways: Analysis for Hospital Protocol 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Ashley Easterling Preventing Intraoperative Intravenous Infections: Utilization of the Curos Cap in the Operating Room 2017: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Emily Lander Lidocaine to Reduce Coughing on Emergence in Smokers undergoing General Endotracheal Anesthesia 2017: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Margo Sanders Intraoperative Anesthetic Management of Adult Neurosurgery Patients Requiring Neurophysiologic Monitoring: A Knowledge to Action Translation Tool 2017: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Keenan Holmes Reducing Cough During Emergence Utilizing Intracuff Lidocaine: A Knowledge to Action 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Rachael Rome Implementation of best practice guidelines for intraoperative management of hyperglycemia in the patient with type II diabetes mellitus 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Michael Melder Regional Anesthesia for Surgical Procedures and Acute Pain Management Practice Considerations: An Analysis of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists Policy 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Katelyn Luckado Implementation of an Evidence-Based Checklist to Reduce Visible Periorbital Edema and Peak Airway Pressures in Patients Undergoing Robot-Assisted Laparoscopic Pelvic Surgeries Requiring Steep Trendelenburg 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Lauren Thompson Education and Application of Best Practices for the Parturient Receiving Epidural Anesthesia: A Knowledge to Action Project 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Renato Phua ERAS protocol to decrease LOS in patients undergoing laparoscopic hysterectomy 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Emily Hendricks End Tidal CO2 Monitoring in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation

Student Title Presentation
Adap, Algin Translating Knowledge into Practice: Implementation of Apneic Oxygenation During Rapid Sequence Induction and Intubation in Obese Patients 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Amanda Rome Improving the Success Rate at First Attempt Tracheal Intubation in Patients with Unanticipated or Suspected Difficult Airways: Analysis for Hospital Protocol 2018: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Jada A. Foley Use of a Checklist to Determine Eligibility of Colloid Preload to Reduce Spinal-Induced Maternal Hypotension in Patients Undergoing Elective Cesarean Section: A Knowledge-to-Action Translation 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
James C. Hall Care of the Parturient Patient with Spinal Cord Injury to Decrease the Incidence of Autonomic Dysreflexia: Analysis for Hospital Protocol 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Beard, John Translating Knowledge into Practice: Effectiveness of ketamine as an adjuvant to opioid-based therapy to decrease post-operative opioid requirements in patients undergoing spine surgery  
Coleman, Rayonda Reducing Postoperative Hypothermia in Patients Undergoing Open Abdominal Procedures through Implementation of National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) Inadvertent Perioperative Hypothermia Guideline  
Hammerli, Jessica Development and Implementation of a Best Practice Guideline for Pediatric Perioperative Intravenous Acetaminophen  
Waite, Robert Operating Room Attire and Personal Protective Equipment Policy: An Analysis of Policy  
Bodine, Anthony Translating Knowledge into Practice: Implementing the Rapid Shallow Breathing Index as a Protocol for Extubation Following General Anesthesia  
Cooley, Jacob Perfusion Index as an Early Indicator of Regional Anesthesia Block Success  
Kushner, Megan Translating evidence into practice: Improving the patient experience and care by reducing hypothermia through warming in elective cesarean sections  
Lyons, Lauren Building Knowledge on the prevention of Perioperative Visual Loss in Adult, Prone, Spinal Surgical Patients: A Knowledge to Action Project  
Nguyen, Thuy Complying with National Standard: Analysis of Policy for Proper Maintenance of Laryngoscope Blades and Handles  
Stephen Durel Implementation of a Standardized Intraoperative Report Checklist Tool 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Julie Duke Endotracheal Tube Cuff Pressure: Best Practice to Minimize Tracheal Tissue Injury 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Erika Edwards Pre-warming protocol for the prevention of inadvertent perioperative hypothermia 2017: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Gladys Machuka Translating Evidence into practice: The Effectiveness of Transverse Abdominis Plane Block in Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Kelsey Fogus Adductor Canal Block and Femoral Nerve Block: A Comparison of Regional Anesthesia Techniques for Unilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty 2016: Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Conference

Poster Presentation
Adam Grahm Opt-Out of Physician Supervision for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Practice: Policy Analysis 2017: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Jacqueline Maier Utilization Of The Snoring, Trouble Breathing, Un-Refreshed Questionnaire To Assess For Sleep Disordered Breathing To Decrease Adverse Respiratory Events In The Pediatric Patient Population: A Quality Improvement Project 2017: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Mark Wilson Modification of the Current Intraoperative Protocol at a Local Healthcare Facility for Patients Receiving Anesthesia While Undergoing Awake Craniotomy Procedures 2017: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation
Yunier Rangle Decreasing The Risk of Anastomoses Leaks In Gastrointestinal Surgery Patients by Reducing the Administration of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugs: A knowledge to action translation tool for perioperative healthcare providers 2017: Sigma Theta Epsilon Nu International Scholarship Day

Poster Presentation

August 2016, Volume 14, Issue 8, p 3-11

Effectiveness of topical lidocaine as an adjuvant to propofol for procedural sedation in patients undergoing esophagogastroduodenoscopy procedures: a systematic review protocol by Zachary Parish (Publication in the JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports)

August 2016, Volume 14, Issue 8, p 70-79

Effectiveness of preoperative intranasal dexmedetomidine compared with oral midazolam for the prevention of emergence delirium in pediatric patients undergoing general anesthesia: a systematic review protocol by James J. FitzSimons (Publications in the JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports)

Effectiveness of intrathecal dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant to bupivacaine spinal anesthesia in adult patients undergoing elective surgery: a systematic review by S. Sanvi (Accepted for Publication, 2016)

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Poster Presentations

Prevention of vaso-occlusive crisis in the sickle cell disease parturient undergoing cesarean delivery: A teaching plan and clinical practice protocol by Courtney Archie (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

A Teaching Plan for Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Nurses in the Identification and Management of Emergence Delirium by Caitlin Burmaster, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Ketamine for induction in Traumatic Brain Injury Patients: An education protocol for anesthesia providers by Mary Clement (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Implementation an Evaluation of an Educational Program to Prevent Substance Abuse in Graduate Nurse Anesthesia Students by Mary Doucet, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Preoperative Management of Chronic ACE Inhibitor for the Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patient: Evidenced Based Practice Recommendations by Wesley Dupriest, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Preventing Pain Associated with Injection of Propofol on Induction of General Anesthesia in Adult Patients Undergoing Elective Surgery: A Quality Improvement Project by Corey George (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Anesthesia for Robotic Prostatectomy: A teaching Protocol by Katie Jolliffe (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Translating Knowledge into Practice: Decreasing the Incidence of Major Adverse Cardiac Events through Enhancement of Anesthesia Providers' Understanding and Use of Best Practice Methods with Preoperative Cardiac Risk-Prediction Index for Cardiac Assessment for Non-Cardiac Patients Undergoing Non-Cardiac Procedures by David Prieur, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Reducing Human Error and Omissions in Anesthesia: A quality improvement project promoting the implementation of a pre-induction checklist for anesthesia providers by Katherine Vasquez, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Early Ambulation, Optimal Analgesia and the Adductor Canal Block: An Education Protocol for Anesthesia Providers by Charlotte Wight (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Decreasing Post-Dural Puncture Headaches with the use of an Intrathecal Catheter after an Accidental Dural Puncture in the Obstetric Population” by Brian Hankins, (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

In the morbidly obese patient, with BMI = 40, can advanced technological assessment of fluid volume NPO deficit provide a more accurate goal directed therapy for volume replacement than current intravascular volume assessment strategies by John B. Greer (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Translating Knowledge into Practice: Decreasing the Incidence of Subarachnoid Block Induced Hypotension in Parturients with Intravenous Ondansetron by Anthony Jude Taullie (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Translating Evidence into Practice: Anesthesia Provider Education on the Benefits of Implementation of Viscoelastic Blood Testing at a Level One Trauma Facility by Ryan Foley (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau International April 2016)

Podium Presentations

Preoperative Management of Chronic ACE Inhibitor for the Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Patient: Evidenced Based Practice Recommendations by Wesley Dupriest (Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Meeting October 2016)

Effectiveness of preoperative intranasal dexmedetomidine compared with oral midazolam for the prevention of emergence delirium in pediatric patients undergoing general anesthesia: a systematic review protocol by James J. FitzSimons (Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Annual Meeting October 2016)

Publications:

Effectiveness of ketamine as an adjuvant to opioid-based therapy in decreasing pain associated with opioid tolerance in adults undergoing orthopedic surgery: a systematic review protocol by William Kuhn (Accepted for Publication)

Poster Presentation

Intraoperative Awareness in Children Ages 3-12 by Tara Comardelle (Poster Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists October 2015)

Effectiveness of ketamine as an adjuvant to opioid-based therapy versus opioid-based therapy alone in decreasing perioperative pain associated with opioid tolerance in adults undergoing orthopedic surgical procedures: a systematic review protocol by William Kuhn (Poster Presentation at Sigma Theta Tau Scholarship Day, New Orleans, LA)

Publications in the International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia

Spring 2014, Volume 13, Number 1

  • Preemptive Analgesia: Intravenous Acetaminophen by Justin Greenfield

Summer 2013, Volume 12, Number 2

  • Ventilator Management of the Inhalation Burn Injured Patient by D. Johnson, MN, MA
  • Anesthesia for a Child with Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome by E. Runnels, MN
  • Anesthetic Management of a Patient with DiGeorge Syndrome by G. Hrabar, MN
  • Does cerebral oximetry monitoring decrease the incidence of cerebral ischemia? by M. Douglas, MN

December 2012 Volume 11:3

  • Total Lung Lavage in a Patient with Alveolar Proteinosis by J. Nunnery

Publications in the International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia

Summer 2012 Volume 11:2

  • Adrenalectomy for Pheochromocytoma by J. Taylor
  • Hypertension during Emergence after Carotid Endarterectomy by J. Recatto
  • Emergency Treatment of Angioedema by K. Bohrer
  • Retrograde Wire Intubation for Angioedema of the Tongue by J. Soniat

Spring 2012 Volume 11:1

  • Anesthesia and the Triple X Syndrome by K. Norton

Summer 2011 Volume 10:2

  • Anesthetic Management of Patient with Progeria by B. Payne

Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Fall Meeting 2011

  • Evidence-Based Practice:  The use of ACE Inhibitors Preoperatively by K. Cretini and B. Brown Mentor: L. Bonanno, CRNA, DNP
  • Emergency Cesarean Section:  The Need for Proficiency in Airway Management by C. Ewing Mentor: L. Bonanno, CRNA, DNP

Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Fall Meeting 2012

A Curious Case of Unexpected Generalized Weakness after Interscalene and Superficial Cervical Brachial Plexus Blockage for Left Shoulder Arthroscopy in the Sitting Position - A Case Presentation by Emily Richard, SRNA, Mentor:  Laura S. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA

Efficacy of IV Lidocaine in Multimodal Analgesia for Abdominal Surgery by Dee Bender, SRNA, Mentor:  Laura S. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA

Publications in the International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia

Summer 2011 Volume 10:2

  • Laryngospasm after Cleft Lip and Palate Repair by G. S. Franklin
  • Management of Medulloblastoma in a Remote Location by R. G. St. John

Spring 2011 Volume 10:1

  • Anesthetic Management of a 17 Month Old with Wilms Tumor by W. Cambre

Poster Presentation at Dr. Connie S. Logan Research Day: April 2011

  • Scleroderma: A Systems Review with Anesthetic Consideration by J. Covington, M. Johnston and L. Bonanno DNP, CRNA
  • Pretreatments and Postoperative Myalgia by H. Carbajal, B. Siler and L. Bonanno DNP, CRNA

Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Fall Meeting 2010

  • Advocating and Improving the Practice of Nurse Anesthesia by R. Crochet Cervical Spine Trauma:  Investigating Intubation Methods that Minimize Cervical Spine Manipulation by C. Aupied and R. Nunez

Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Fall Meeting 2009

  • Evidence Based Practice: Emergence of the Obese Patient by R. Medina

Publications in the International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia

Summer 2010 Volume 9:2

  • Blood Loss in Pediatric Partial Nephrectomy for Wilms Tumor by N. Riche'
  • Myocardial Infarction During Laparoscopic Nissen by K. Tate
  • Negative Pressure Pulmonary Edema by M. T. Thomas

Publication in Bariatric Nursing and Surgical Patient Care
Volume 6: 2 2011

  • Evidence-Based Strategies to Prevent Postoperative Respiratory Dysfunction for Patients with Obstructive Sleep apnea Undergoing Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery by D. Ernst, T. Vekic, and L. Bonanno

Publication in Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing
December 2010

  • Implementation of Music as an Anesthesia Adjunct during Monitored Anesthesia Care by A. Newman, C. Boyd, D. Meyers, and L. Bonanno

Publications in the Journal of Men's Health
Volume 7: 2011

  • Management of Surgical Procedures Common in Men Part 1: Genitourinary Procedures by G. Ortega, S. Couvillion, and L. Bonanno
  • Management of Surgical Procedures Common in Men Part 2: Orthopedic Procedures by K. Miller, W. Alongi, and L. Bonanno

Poster Presentation at Dr. Linda Corson Jones Research Day: April 6, 2010

  • Anesthetic Implications of Herbal Medications in the Surgical Patient by S. Luttrell, T. McGowan and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA
  • Cricoid Pressure During Rapid Sequence Induction: Gold Standard or Old Standard  by R. Acosta, L. Fusilier, A. LeBlanc, and L. Mayronne
  • Improving the Success of Minority and Disadvantaged Students in a Nurse Anesthesia Program by G. Sperandeo, S. Landry, K. Palmisano and L. Bonanno DNP, CRNA
  • Intravenous Lidocaine for the Treatment of Intraoperative Bronchospasm by R. Gonzales and C. Hude
  • Prewarming Therapy for the Prevention of Perioperative Hypothermia: A Literature Review by A. Graffeo, A. McCampbell and L. Bonanno DNP, CRNA
  • Recognizing and Managing Postoperative Complications after Carotid Endarterectomy by S. St. Germain, K. Byrd Jr., S. Kelly, M. Marmande and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA

AANA Annual Poster Presentation: August 2010

  • Anesthetic Implications of Herbal Medications in the Surgical Patient by S. Luttrell,  T. McGowan, & L. Bonanno

Presentation at Louisiana Association of Nurse Anesthetists Fall Meeting 2009

  • Music and Noise: Effects on MAC Anesthetics by A. Young

Poster Presentation at Dr. Connie S. Logan Research Day: April 2009

  • The Benefits of Epidural Analgesia in Lung Surgery: A Mini Meta-Analysis by D. Tolbert and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA
  • LSUHSC Odyssey Professional Growth and Experiences Mentorship Program by T. Kelly, S. Roper, A. Roddey, M. Matthew, D. Porche, DNS, PhD(c), and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA
  • Simulation Based Anesthesia Training: Beneficial or Not? By C. Kimble, J. Richard, L. Hebert, J. Ayers, R. LeSaicherre and M. Geisz-Everson MS, CRNA
  • Potential Barriers Associated with Low Minority Application to Anesthesia Programs by E. Greely, S. Williams, H. Fussell, K. Andrus, L. Nguyen and M. Geisz-Everson MS, CRNA
  • Development of an Evaluation Tool for Simulation-Based Anesthesia Training: Unanticipated Difficult Intubation with Ability to Ventilate by A. Klohn, E. Pezant, M. Powell, R. LeSaicherre and M. Geisz-Everson MS, CRNA
  • Actual Barriers to Success Encountered by Minority Nurses Enrolled in a Nurse Anesthesia Program by S. R. Smiley, D. William, S. Mills, D. Smelling, J. Braxton, S. Martin and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA
  • The Effect of Perioperative Celecoxib Administration in Patients Undergoing Surgical Procedures Involving the Knee: a Mini Meta-Analysis by T. Guedry, M. Tuite and L. Bonanno, DNP, CRNA