Medicine

Courses tagged with "Medicine"

How to Talk to Clients About Ticks

Learn about ticks, how to prevent ticks and health related problems to do with them.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days

CPD Points:

  • 0.25 AVNAT

How to Talk to Clients About Vaccination: Canine

Learn how to talk about vaccinations specifically in dogs and five diseases relating to dogs.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days

CPD Points:

  • 0.25 AVNAT

How to Talk to Clients About Vaccination: Feline

Learn how to talk about vaccinations specifically in cats and five diseases relating to cats.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Avoid IV Catheter Complications

This comprehensive course is designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in recognizing, preventing, and treating commonly seen complications related to intravenous catheters in veterinary medicine.

Throughout the course, you will learn about the importance of proper catheter placement, monitoring, and maintenance to minimize the risk of complications such as phlebitis, thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, fluid infiltration, catheter embolism, and more. Our expert instructors will guide you through each topic, providing valuable insights and practical strategies to ensure optimal patient care.

Learning Outcomes: 

  • Introduction to Intravenous Catheters

  • Phlebitis

  • Thrombosis

  • Thrombophlebitis

  • Catheter Embolism

  • Fluid Infiltration

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points: 

  • 0.5 AVNT

How to Measure and Calculate Urine Output (Catheter)

Learn how to measure & calculate urinary output using a closed urinary collection system. Monitoring urinary output is a vital tool to ensure that urine is being produced to reflect that kidney function and fluid therapy being balanced.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Measure and Calculate Urine Output (Voluntary)

Learn how to collect & measure voluntary urine output. This will discuss ways how to collect urine to either look at the total amount of urine they are producing or a sample to test.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources

CPD Points:

  • 0.5 AVNAT

How to Perform a Doppler Blood Pressure

Monitoring the blood pressure is a vital tool for helping to assess the patients health and status, learn how to correctly perform a doppler blood pressure.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Place an Intravenous Catheter

Learn how to place an intravenous catheter, focusing on the cephalic vein.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Includes downloadable resources

CPD Points:

  • 0.5 AVNAT

How to Apply a Chest Bandage (Dog or Cat)

Chest bandages to cover wounds and provide support can be difficult to apply. They must supply enough compression to support the injury but not so much that it restricts breathing. Learn how to apply a chest bandage using figure-of-eight configuration to prevent slipping and provide secure support.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Apply a Foot Bandage (Dog or Cat)

Foot bandages are use to protect wounds, provide support and control haemorrhage. Because of the local anatomy, these bandage readily slip off unless correctly applied. Learn how to apply a comfortable and secure foot bandage that protects the foot.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Apply a Modified Robert Jones Bandage to a Limb (Dog or Cat)

Modified Robert Jones bandages are a comfortable way to provide support and stability to a limb. Commonly used after surgery or limb damage they help to reduce swelling and pain. Learn how to apply a safe modified Robert Jones bandage to the limbs of dogs and cats.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Apply an Ear Bandage (Dog)

Ear bandages are use to protect wounds and control haemorrhage. They must supply enough compression to support the injury but not so much that it restricts breathing. Learn how to apply a safe ear bandage using figure-of-eight configuration.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Bandage a Tail (Dog or Cat)

Haemorrhaging wounds on the tail are irritating to the patient and leave a trail of blood as the animal moves about. A comfortable bandage protects the lesion and makes the patient more comfortable. Learn how to apply a safe tail bandage for dogs and cats.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How to Bandage an IV Catheter in Place (Dog or Cat)

Intravenous catheters must be kept secure and protected from contamination and damage. Learn how to apply a safe IV Catheter bandage that comfortably protects the site and provides ready access to the ports.

Course Type:

  • Skill Builder. Designed to provide short and sharp training on specific skill sets. Perfect for inclusion in induction programs or for those who need a quick revision.

Features:

  • You have access to the course for 365 days
  • Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:

  • 1 AVNAT

How-to Series: Essential Bandaging Techniques

Learn the essentials of bandaging techniques. Six demonstration videos step you through the process by demonstrating the bandage and giving you insider tips.

This bundle includes the following 6 Skill Builder ProSkills. Completing all 6 provides eligibility for 1 AVNAT CPD point point.

  1. HOW TO APPLY A CHEST BANDAGE (DOG OR CAT)
  2. HOW TO APPLY A FOOT BANDAGE (DOG OR CAT)
  3. HOW TO APPLY A MODIFIED ROBERT JONES BANDAGE (DOG OR CAT)
  4. HOW TO APPLY AN EAR BANDAGE (DOG)
  5. HOW TO BANDAGE A TAIL (DOG OR CAT)
  6. HOW TO BANDAGE AN IV CATHETER IN PLACE (DOG OR CAT)

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT

- Clinical Intelligence: Dentistry (Foundation Skills) -

Dentistry is a crucial clinical competency for all members of the veterinary healthcare team. Mastery consists of an in-depth understanding of dental anatomy, pathophysiology and treatment options combined with practical ability. This 5 module, online program equips the veterinary nursing team with fundamental dentistry principals in an easy, bite-sized format.

Nursing The FLUTD Cat

Understand the condition, specific nursing considerations and nutritional requirements for the FLUTD Cat.

Course Type:
Videocast lessons that should take up to 1 hour to complete

Features:
You have access to the course for 365 days
Includes downloadable resources
Complete a quiz to attain your certificate of achievement

CPD Points:
1 AVNAT | 1 AVA VetEd | 0.5 NZVNA AVNP