This 60-minute live webinar traces the evolution of intraoperative cardiac arrest from the early days of anesthesia through today's evidence-based prevention strategies. We'll examine current epidemiology, distinguish anesthesia-related from patient-related events, and explore the patient, surgical, and anesthetic risk factors that drive critical deterioration in the OR. 

Participants will learn practical approaches to preoperative risk stratification, early recognition of hemodynamic instability, medication and airway management, and the communication practices that keep teams aligned when seconds matter.

The session concludes with case-based discussion drawn from real-world scenarios, an honest look at second victim syndrome, and a live Q&A where CRNAs can share strategies and lessons learned from their own practice.

Cardiac Arrest in the Operating Room: Historical Perspectives & Current Prevention Strategies