- 376 pages
- English
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Clinical Procedures in Veterinary Nursing E-Book
About this book
The new fourth edition of Clinical Procedures retains the popular format that has been so successful in establishing previous editions. All the principal procedures a nurse is likely to be called on to perform are presented in the most practically useful way, linking the action with the underlying rationale and illustrating both with ultra-clear line artworks and photographs. This new edition brings the text into line with the Day One Skills and Competencies which now govern training of veterinary nurses, with revision and updating throughout.
- All the principal basic procedures are covered
- Uses a step-by-step 'action/rationale' approach for maximum clarity
- Covers companion animals, equine and exotic species
- Never struggle to find definitive information on basic procedures again
- A reference guide to best practice for both qualified and trainee veterinary nurses and veterinary technicians
- All skills reviewed and updated in conformity with best practice
- Now aligned with RCVS Day One current skills and competencies
- Includes self-assessment questions on each chapter
- All-new design improves user-friendliness
- Chapters 4-6 restructured with new illustrations
- Now with new contributors
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Handling and restraint
Victoria Aspinall
Introduction
No matter which procedure is to be performed, correct restraint of the patient is essential for the safety and welfare of both the animal and the handler. An animal that is securely and comfortably restrained will suffer less stress and will be less inclined to struggle and escape.
Most animals brought into a veterinary practice are used to being handled and are unlikely to bite or scratch, but you may encounter stray dogs and feral cats that are wary of human contact. Their reaction to restraint may be unpredictable and even dangerous, and you must be mindful of your own safety and take note of how the animal is responding, e.g. if it is obviously very frightened or could be about to snap. Then, having observed the animal’s behavioural signs, you must take steps to minimize its fear and distress.
It is important when handling any species of animal that you approach quietly and confidently and perform the technique correctly at the first attempt, not at the third or fourth attempt – nothing upsets an animal more than clumsy, inept handling. You must know how to carry out the procedure, have all the equipment ready to hand and organize assistance if you think you are going to need it. If you need to wear some form of personal protective equipment (PPE), e.g. gauntlets, put them on before you begin the procedure. It is also important to feel confidence in yourself and confident that all this preparation will help. Animals are very sensitive to your mood and may detect your fear and bite you.
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Table of contents
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Contributors
- Preface
- Acknowledgements
- 1: Handling and restraint
- 2: Measuring clinical parameters
- 3: Medical nursing procedures
- 4: Administration of fluid therapy
- 5: Provision of nutritional support
- 6: Anaesthetic procedures
- 7: Theatre practice
- 8: Surgical nursing procedures
- 9: First aid procedures
- 10: Diagnostic imaging
- 11: Diagnostic laboratory techniques
- 12: Minor surgical procedures
- 13: Treatment of exotic species
- 14: Basic clinical procedures in the horse
- Index