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Main : Course Catalog : Introductory Veterinary Assisting Module 2 |
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STAF136-1010: Introductory Veterinary Assisting Module 2
INSTRUCTOR:
Heather Howell, RVT, LVT, MBA
DATES:
October 20-November 19, 2010
Real Time Sessions: Tuesday, October 26; Monday, November 1; and Tuesday, November 9; 9:30pm-11:00pm ET (USA)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Module 2 focuses on euthanasia, the basics of pharmacology, and laboratory diagnostics. This module will cover a section on euthanasia and grief; an important aspect of every veterinary practice. We will also cover interpretation of written prescriptions and the terminology associated with prescriptions. The veterinary assistant will learn how to fill prescriptions accurately and enhancing customer compliance by explaining how to administer medications. Veterinary assistants are often the primary staff in the set up, collection, and client interaction regarding many standard diagnostic laboratory tests. Understanding the importance of accurate collection, set up, and maintenance of laboratory equipment is essential knowledge for assistants. All members of the veterinary support staff may join the course and its discussions; however, this course has a basic content and is focused toward novice veterinary assistants, animal caretakers, and new hospital employees in companion animal practices. Exotics and large animal medicine will not be covered comprehensively.
Heather Howell, LVT, RVT, MBA has taught numerous classes online for VSPN and has developed this series of courses to teach veterinary assistants, animal caretakers, and new employees the basic elements of the companion animal hospital and enable them to actively contribute to quality patient care. Module 2 has three (3) ninety (90) minute online interactive real time sessions covering discussion of situations; homework reinforcing the handouts and real time sessions; interactive message boards to discuss the real time sessions and homework; and a final exam. The course will also utilize interactive cases to test the participant's knowledge of the material discussed in each session.
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to
COURSE OUTLINE:
Week 1: Euthanasia
Content: This lecture will cover the sensitive issue of euthanasia and how to compassionately handle clients and their pets during this emotional time. This session will explain the stages of grief and how grief affects people. We will also discuss how to manage the emotions and stress you and your hospital team may feel from being involved with this process. In addition, we will review patient handling techniques and client service options that accompany euthanasia.
Week 2: Basic Concepts in Prescription Medication and Pharmacology
Content: This session will briefly cover the basics regarding types of medications, their indications, side effects and contraindications, pharmacy nomenclature and drug routes. Discussion will be focused on how to fill prescriptions, how to read treatment protocols in medical records, and how to chart treatments. This session will also cover client communication regarding prescriptions being sent home.
Week 3: Laboratory Diagnostics (blood work, urinalysis, and fecal examinations)
Content: This session will cover the basics of laboratory diagnostics available including blood work, urinalysis and fecal examinations. Assisting the technician in collection of laboratory diagnostics, handling specimens, and recording information will be covered. We will also go over how to relate basic information to the client regarding sample collection, length of time for testing, and purpose. (This week's lecture will NOT cover specific identification of organisms or hematology in depth).
LIBRARY MATERIALS: Library materials will be made available prior to the topic week so participants will have plenty of time to prepare for the real time sessions and discussion.
MESSAGE BOARD DISCUSSIONS: Message board discussions regarding the topic presented will begin on the day the course opens and continue for one week following the last real time session. These discussions will be held in the VSPN CE course area.
CE HOURS: 4.5
TUITION:
$90 ($81 early bird special if registered before October 6, 2010).
Enroll in all three VA Modules before September 14, 2010 and receive a 15% discount off the regular course price. This discount is only available through this date.
*Students currently enrolled in and taking at least 2 classes or 5 units at an AVMA accredited or CAAHT approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status). You must include the following information in the comments section of the CE enrollment form in order to be eligible for this discount: your program director's name and contact information (email/phone) and school name.
** NOTE: Enrollment will be closed when the maximum number of participants is reached or at 5pm ET the day of the first real time session.
**For more on how online CE works see the VSPN Participant's Resource Center
TO REGISTER:
Nanette R. Walker Smith, M.Ed., RVT, CVT, LVT
VSPN Content Director & VSPN CE Director
VSPN CE Services: VSPNCE@vspn.org
1-800-846-0028 or 1-530-756-4881 or direct line to VIN/VSPN from the United Kingdom: 01452226154
Charlotte Waack (Charlotte@vspn.org), ext 193
Chris Upchurch (Chris@vspn.org); ext 197
Darci Palmer (Darci@vspn.org); ext 179
Debbie Bess (DBess@vspn.org); ext 178
Nanette Walker Smith (Nanette@vspn.org); ext 187
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