Variant of CIP 2016 - Primary groupings

Variant of CIP 2016 - Primary groupings
Abbreviations, acronyms and superscripts
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51.3804 - Nurse anesthetist

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares registered nurses to administer anesthetics and provide care for patients before, during and after anesthesia. These programs include courses in the biochemistry and physics of anesthesia; advanced anatomy and physiology; clinical pharmacology of anesthetics and adjunctive drugs; pain management; acute care and operating room practice; clinical technology and procedures; emergency intervention; patient assessment and education; and legal issues.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • anaesthesia nurse practitioner
    • anesthesia nurse practitioner
    • nurse anesthetist

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  • Exclusion(s)

    • anesthesiologist assistant(51.0809)
    • registered practical nurse(51.3901)
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