As she continues her delve through the RCVS archives, RVN and veterinary historian Jane Davidson discovers a long-forgotten tradition of using classical lanuguages in veterinary publications.
In the first of a new series, Gerardo introduces the uninitiated to blood gas analysis, a point-of-care test that can help assess the severity of a patient's condition and help guide your diagnostic plan.
Eleanor Goad looks at how the cost of living crisis and, specifically, spiralling fuel costs are likely to affect student vets’ ability to attend their mandatory EMS placements.
RVN and veterinary historian Jane Davidson reveals how a single customer complaint in 1703 helped pave the way for animal health professionals by combining the roles of surgeon, medic and apothecary.
Gerardo Poli discusses how to find the caudal vena cava – and interpret whether it is “fat”, “flat” or “bouncy” – to assess a patient’s fluid volume. Features video content.
As Jane Davidson continues to dive into the RCVS archives, she unearths the history of its annual general meeting, which dates back to the 1800s, when, it seems, singing was not unusual among proceedings.
In the fifth and final part of this series, Gerardo Poli turns to advanced life support and discusses vasopressors and vagolytic agents, both of which are widely used in veterinary CPR.
Vet student Eleanor Goad explains why bigger truly is better, and how equine EMS placements offer the perfect opportunity to practise your catheter placement and blood sampling.
Part four of Gerardo Poli’s series discusses how, of the numerous monitoring modalities examined, only ECG and end tidal carbon dioxide monitoring are associated with positive CPR outcomes.
In part three of his series on CPR, Gerardo Poli discusses the use of endotracheal intubation, and, when this cannot be immediately achieved, the other ventilation techniques required.
Based on a conversation thread on Twitter, Jane considers the client’s reliance on advice from friends and family, and asks whether there can ever be too much of a focus on “the diagnosis”.
In the second part of his series on CPR, Gerado Poli offers an overview of the procedure that must take precedence over everything else: chest compressions.
Eleanor Goad’s final-year rotations see her in a situation where she can better appreciate the surprising difference between GP and veterinary referral practice.
In his latest series of articles, Gerado Poli looks to explain the fundamentals of CPR to help ensure the whole veterinary team is familiar with the procedure. The most important aspect? Preparation.
Meet the vet nurses who have received recognition for going “above and beyond” in the course of their duties. Do you know someone who deserves to join their ranks? If so, nominate them for an award.
In his final post to mark Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, Gerardo Poli outlines signs that might indicate whether you are at risk of compassion fatigue or burnout.
In the third of his posts marking Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, Gerardo Poli notes how composure, empathy and good communication skills go hand in hand when dealing with angry pet owners.
One of the simplest ways to be more environmentally friendly is to eat less meat… but welfare isn’t as cut and dried as people might think, says vet student Eleanor Goad.
