Student Research Symposium Program Portal: Submission #146

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  abstract: |
    Cesarean delivery commonly relies on spinal anesthesia, which may provide incomplete visceral analgesia and often requires opioid adjuncts associated with adverse effects. Intrathecal dexmedetomidine is a promising non-opioid alternative. This quality improvement project evaluated whether targeted education and improved access increased CRNA knowledge, confidence, and utilization. Following the intervention, weekly use increased from 25% to 100%, provider knowledge improved, opioid requirements decreased, spinal block onset was faster and duration prolonged, maternal comfort improved, and side effects were minimal. These findings support intrathecal dexmedetomidine as a safe, effective opioid-sparing spinal adjuvant.
    Keywords: dexmedetomidine, intrathecal, spinal, analgesia, adjunct, cesarean section
  additional_research_mentor: 'Dr. Gerard Hogan'
  annual_description: '5th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, April 17, 2025'
  co_presenters: 'Zachary Shiver'
  first_name: Elena
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  keywords: 'dexmedetomidine, intrathecal, analgesia, adjunct, cesarean section'
  last_name: Smith
  major: 'Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice'
  poster_pdf: '72750'
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  poster_thumbnail: '72751'
  presentation_modality: 'Synchronous Online Presentation'
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  research_mentor: 'Dr. Jason Smith'
  research_mentor_s_college: 'Florida State University Panama City'
  research_mentor_s_department: 'Nurse Anesthesia Program'
  research_mentor_s_email: jcsmith3@pc.fsu.edu
  student_bio: |-
    Elena Smith is a Tallahassee, Florida native with clinical interests in pediatric anesthesia and regional anesthesia, and a strong passion for multimodal anesthesia. In her free time, she enjoys playing the piano, tennis, and running with her dog.
    Zachary Shiver is a Thomasville, Georgia native with clinical interests in obstetric anesthesia and regional anesthesia, and a strong passion for multimodal anesthesia. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, playing sports, and spending time with friends and family.
  student_email: ec23f@fsu.edu
  student_photo: '72749'
  title: 'Improving Provider Knowledge and Utilization of Intrathecal  Dexmedetomidine as an Analgesic Adjunct to Spinal  Anesthesia for Cesarean Sections'
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  work: Complete
  year: '2026'