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Recognizing Nurse Anesthetists' Vital Role in US Healthcare

This House of Representatives resolution highlights the crucial role of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) in the US healthcare system. Citizens should be aware that CRNAs provide safe and cost-effective anesthesia care, especially in rural areas, impacting the availability of medical services like childbirth, surgeries, and pain management.
Key points
CRNAs administer approximately 49 million anesthetics annually, demonstrating their widespread involvement in medical procedures.
They are the primary providers of anesthesia care in rural areas, enabling essential medical services in these regions.
The resolution encourages familiarity with CRNA credentials, which may increase patient confidence in this professional group.
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Print number: 117_HRES_80
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2021-02-01