DNP Research Surveys

Each year, NYSANA members support DNP research by answering survey questions. The following surveys are currently open for CRNA participation.

Perceived Barriers and Facilitators to the Utilization of Pericapsular Nerve Group (PENG) Blocks as Part of a Multimodal Pain Regimen for Patients Undergoing Hip Surgery among Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Practicing in New York State

The PENG block is a novel peripheral nerve block that is used as an alternative to traditional nerve blocks used for hip surgery. In a thorough review of the literature, the evidence demonstrates its effectiveness in reducing acute post-operative pain, post-operative opioid consumption, and improved post-operative functional mobility. However, research is needed regarding what barriers are preventing its more mainstream use. In determining these barriers, the primary investigator will develop evidence-based recommendations to overcome these perceived barriers in the hopes of increasing its use among CRNAs practicing in NYS.

Survey close date: 11/14/2024

Work Environmental Factors that Affect Burnout Amongst Nurse Anesthetists

The purpose of this study is to identify the workplace environmental factors that nurse anesthetists perceive as contributing to burnout. By increasing awareness and understanding of these factors, we hope to provide insights that will help stakeholders develop strategies to reduce burnout and improve work conditions in anesthesia.

Survey close date: 10/29/2024

Investigating Cognitive Bias in Anesthesia care

Cognitive biases are a collection of unconscious influences and mental shortcuts that influence decision-making. It can alter how people make decisions and draw conclusions, possibly leading to errors in judgment. Although cognitive bias is a normal part of human cognition, it has been implicated as an important contributor to medical errors, diagnostic delays, and deviations from the standard of care. Medical specialties that encounter frequent high stress, time constraints, data ambiguity, and frequent distractions are particularly vulnerable to errors from cognitive bias. This makes anesthesia care especially susceptible to errors based on cognitive bias. Given that seconds in a diagnostic delay or error during anesthesia care can have devastating and fatal outcomes, there is an urgent need to investigate the impact of cognitive bias in perioperative anesthesia care. Furthermore, exploring anesthesia providers' perceptions and experiences with cognitive bias in anesthesia care will increase knowledge, and contribute to further research into the topic.

Survey close date: 10/18/2024