A high prolactin level may result from a pituitary tumor which is releasing too much prolactin. Pituitary tumors are actually fairly common. They are rarely cancerous, but they can cause problems either by over-producing a hormone such as prolactin, or by growing in size and pressing on surrounding structures.
Upon completion of an accredited program, nurse anesthetists must pass the National Certification Examination (NCE) to become a CRNA. This computer exam typically takes three hours. Each student must answer between 100 and 170 questions.
Admission to these programs can be highly competitive. For example, the nurse anesthetist program at Kansas University has the following requirements for applicants: 1  Two years of experience as an RN. 2  One year of full-time ICU experience. 3  Proof of valid RN license.