Personal/Professional Development
Expanding the Veterinary Nurse/Technician Scope of Practice as a Solution to the Field’s Staffing Shortage
Two U.S. states are currently in talks on legislation that will significantly expand the veterinary nurse/technician's scope of practice.
Ethics/Welfare
Animal Cruelty Detection and Response
Studies show that veterinary nurses are more likely to recognize signs of animal cruelty and that they are strongly motivated to participate in training to improve their anticruelty competencies.
Parasitology
“Oops, I Did It Again!” Strategies for Improving Client Compliance
Using the "6 Stages of Behavior Change" can allow insight into how and why clients may not be effectively protecting their pets from parasites with preventive products.
Behavior
Low-Stress Veterinary Visits for Avian Patients
By understanding the many challenges that birds bring to the clinic experience, the veterinary team can prepare effectively and behave in such a manner that the bird’s stress levels remain as low as possible.
Nutrition
Nutrition Math 101: Important Calculations
Basic nutrition calculations are integral for veterinary nurses developing nutritional recommendations and plans for patients and educating clients on the importance of nutrition.
Radiology/Imaging
Radiographic Soft Tissue Positioning: Part 1
Using best-practice radiographic positioning skills will help the veterinarian arrive at appropriate diagnoses and treatment plans for patients.
Internal Medicine
Icterus in Dogs and Cats
A multitude of disease processes result in icterus, and knowledge of biliary metabolism and pathophysiology can help with developing a logical approach to classifying the underlying cause.
Internal Medicine
Hypercalcemia in Dogs: Emergent Care, Diagnostics, and Treatments
Calcium homeostasis in the body is of paramount importance given the significant effects aberrations can cause.