Airway Exchange – Ep 2 – AI in CRNA Education

Artificial Intelligence is moving at a rapid pace and it’s already having a big impact in the classroom. Today, we’re going to explore how AI is reshaping nurse anesthesia education. From tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly to advanced simulation and custom-built chatbots, we’ll discuss how educators are using AI to improve lectures, assessment design, and even accreditation work.

Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode:

🤖 AI is already here – Tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly are reshaping how CRNA faculty teach and students learn.

🧠 Cognitive offloading is real – AI can help, but overreliance may weaken critical thinking and recall.

🧑‍🏫 Teaching with AI – Creative uses include generating lecture feedback, analogies, and story-based learning.

🔐 Academic integrity – Privacy settings, copyright, and prompt design must be taught intentionally.

🧩 Simulation & chatbots – The next wave: AI-driven patient scenarios, assessment chatbots, and adaptive feedback loops.

📚 AI literacy is essential – Nurse anesthesia programs must integrate AI education before standards catch up.

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