Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing

 

Description

Discover a practical approach to equine veterinary nursing care, for use in clinical practice and education.

Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing provides an introduction to the required knowledge and fundamental skills involved with veterinary nursing care for equine patients. It is a rigorous and comprehensive resource for any individual working in the equine veterinary industry, covering core topics including anatomy and physiology, clinical examination, medication administration, husbandry, infection control, and critical care for equine patients. Specific nursing care requirements for neonates and donkeys are also included.

Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing readers will also find:

• Detailed discussion of topics including applied equine welfare, equine medical and surgical disorders, and equine anaesthesia
• Information, revision aids, and exam guidance specific to the current syllabi for the equine veterinary nursing qualification
• Advice on career progression, further qualifications, and training in equine care

Written by a team of experienced equine veterinary nurses and equine veterinary surgeons and based on evidence-based research, Textbook of Equine Veterinary Nursing is ideal for equine veterinary nurses, student equine veterinary nurses, veterinary students and equine science students. This textbook can also be used for higher education equine courses.

 

Table of Contents

List of Contributors xi

Foreword xiii

Preface xv

About the Companion Website xvii

1 Operational Requirements in Equine Practice 1
Rosina Lillywhite

Glossary 1

1.1 Aims of Health and Safety 1

1.2 Health and Safety Legislation 2

1.3 Risk Assessments 17

1.4 Fire Safety 18

1.5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 23

1.6 Accident Reporting 24

1.7 Maintaining Equipment in Practice 25

1.8 Emergency First Aid 29

1.9 Working Time Requirements and Pay 30

References 31

2 Professional Relationships and Communication 33
Marie Rippingale, Sophie Pearson, and Rosina Lillywhite

Introduction 33

2.1 The Dynamics of Communication 33

2.2 Communicating with Clients 42

2.3 Factors Affecting Working Relationships with Clients 45

2.4 Relationships and Communication Within the Veterinary Team 48

2.5 Operation of a Veterinary Reception Desk 50

2.6 Customer Service 54

References 56

Further Reading 57

3 Professional Veterinary Nursing Responsibilities 59
Judith Parry

3.1 The Legal Framework for Veterinary Nursing Practice 59

3.2 Professional Status and Accountability 61

3.3 Ethical Principles 65

3.4 Consent 69

3.5 Legal and Ethical Duties to Self, Clients, Colleagues and Animals 74

3.6 The Professional Role of an Equine Registered Veterinary Nurse in Practice 76

References 76

Useful Websites 77

4 Equine Anatomy and Physiology 79
Lucy Middlecote and Sophie Pearson

4.1 Veterinary Terminology 79

4.2 Anatomical Boundaries and Body Cavities 79

4.3 Cell Biology 86

4.4 Basic Tissue Types 90

4.5 Structure and Function of the Integument 92

4.6 Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System 94

4.7 Structure and Function of the Nervous System and the Special Senses 109

4.8 Structure and Function of the Endocrine System 117

4.9 Structure and Function of the Circulatory System 120

4.10 Structure and Function of the Lymphatic System 126

4.11 Structure and Function of the Respiratory System 128

4.12 Structure and Function of the Digestive System 131

4.13 Structure and Function of the Urinary System 138

4.14 Structure and Function of the Reproductive System 141

References 145

5 Applied Equine Welfare, Health and Husbandry 147
Nicola Smith, Louise Pailor, Lynn Irving, Kassie Hill, George Hunt, Cassie Woods, Bonny Millar, and Marie Rippingale

Introduction 147

5.1 The Principles of Equine Welfare 147

5.2 Essential Factors for Maintaining Equine Health 150

5.3 Nutritional Requirements of Equine Patients 169

5.4 Methods of Equine Identification 186

5.5 Behaviour and Handling and Restraint Techniques 192

5.6 Transportation of Equine Patients 197

References 201

Further Reading 204

6 Infection Control 205
Jane Devaney

6.1 Disease Transmission 205

6.2 Microorganisms 209

6.3 Antimicrobial Resistance 215

6.4 Infection Control Measures in Equine Practice 218

6.5 Antiseptics and Disinfectants 218

6.6 Effective Clinical Cleaning 218

6.7 Isolation and Barrier Nursing 223

6.8 Clinical Audits 225

Acknowledgement 225

References 225

Further Reading 226

7 Diagnostic Imaging 227
Rosina Lillywhite and Cassie Woods

Glossary 227

7.1 Key Features of Legislation and Radiation Safety 228

7.2 Principals and Production of Radiation 231

7.3 Scintigraphy 273

7.4 Other Imaging Modalities 275

References 291

Further Reading 292

8 Laboratory 293
Victoria Milne, Marie Rippingale, and Rosina Lillywhite

Introduction 293

8.1 Safe Use of Laboratory Equipment 293

8.2 Sample Collection and Testing 300

8.3 Commercial Test Kits 325

8.4 Causes of Sample Deterioration or Loss 326

8.5 Packaging of Samples 326

8.6 Laboratory Sample Paperwork 328

8.7 Laboratory Results 328

References 328

Further Reading 329

9 Pharmacology and Dispensary Management 331
Phillippa Pritchard, Rosina Lillywhite, and Marie Rippingale

Pharmacy Terminology and Abbreviations 331

9.1 Legal Requirements for Storing and Supplying Veterinary Medicines 331

9.2 The Role of the Suitably Qualified Person – SQP 340

9.3 Pharmacology 345

9.4 Common Classifications of Medications 350

9.5 Routes of Administration for Medications 377

9.6 Adverse Reactions 380

References 381

Further Reading 384

10 Anaesthesia and Analgesia 385
Alison Bennell, Kate Loomes, and Marie Rippingale

Glossary 385

10.1 The Principles of Anaesthesia 385

10.2 Anaesthetic Drugs 393

10.3 Anaesthetic Equipment 399

10.4 Anaesthetic Risks and Induction 415

10.5 Monitoring Techniques for Anaesthetised Equine Patients 424

10.6 Anaesthetic Emergencies 444

References 449

Further Reading 456

11 Theatre Practice 457
Rosie Heath, Nicola Rose, and Rosina Lillywhite

Glossary 457

11.1 The Principles of Operating Theatre Design and Use 457

11.2 Maintenance and Cleaning of the Theatre Suite 461

11.3 Roles in the Operating Theatre 464

11.4 Instruments 473

11.5 Suture Materials 487

11.6 Instrument Care and Sterilisation 495

References 501

12 Surgical Nursing and Patient Care 505
Natalie Karla Fisk, Lisa Harrison, Rosina Lillywhite, Marie Rippingale, and Nicola Rose

Glossary 505

12.1 Admitting the Surgical Patient 505

12.2 Preparing the Surgical Patient 507

12.3 Wounds 517

12.4 Fracture Repair 522

12.5 Equine Dental Surgery 543

12.6 Sinus Surgery 545

12.7 Requirements for Handover from the Operating Theatre 546

12.8 Surgical Nursing and Patient Care for Specific Procedures 547

12.9 Oncological Treatments 557

References 559

Further Reading 561

13 Medical Nursing and Patient Care 563
Victoria Gregory and Lyndsey Bett

Glossary 563

Introduction 563

13.1 Commonly Encountered Medical Disorders 563

13.2 Pathophysiological States and Common Pathologies Affecting Patients 593

13.3 Abnormal Diagnostic Test Results 595

13.4 Care Plans and Care Bundles 599

13.5 Chronic Wound Care 611

13.6 Effective Home and Follow-up Care for Horses with Long-term Illness 619

References 623

Further Reading 624

14 Emergency and Critical Care Nursing 625
Bonny Millar, Phillippa Pritchard, Marie Rippingale, and Rosina Lillywhite

14.1 First Aid 625

14.2 Work-up of the Emergent Patient 631

14.3 Accommodation for Critically Ill Patients 634

14.4 Nursing Requirements of the Critically Ill Horse 638

14.5 Critical Care Techniques for Respiratory Disorders 640

14.6 Management of the Patient with Critical Thoracic Trauma 642

14.7 Intensive Nursing Requirements for Horses 642

14.8 Fluid Therapy 648

14.9 Blood Products 654

14.10 Pain Assessment in Equine Patients 657

References 661

Further Reading 663

Useful Links 664

15 Equine Reproduction, Parturition and Neonatal Nursing Care 665
Sarah Baillie

15.1 Equine Reproduction and Breeding 665

15.2 Normal Foal Physiology and Development 672

15.3 Foal Nutrition and Feeding 679

15.4 Routine Veterinary Care of Normal Foals 683

15.5 Nursing Requirements of Sick Foals 686

15.6 Nursing Support of Foals Undergoing Investigations and Supportive Therapies 691

15.7 Monitoring Techniques for Sick Foals 695

References 696

Further Reading 697

16 Donkeys 699
Dominique Doyle, Chloe Skewes, and Marie Rippingale

Introduction 699

16.1 Behaviour 699

16.2 Handling and Restraint 700

16.3 Nutrition 702

16.4 Differences in Anatomy and Physiology 703

16.5 Common Donkey Disorders 707

16.6 Pain Recognition in Donkeys 717

16.7 The Role of the RVN in Facilitating Owner Concordance 718

16.8 Conclusion 720

Acknowledgement 720

References 720

Further Reading 721

Useful Links 721

17 Practical Equine Veterinary Nursing 723
Marie Rippingale, Kate Lambert, Cassie Woods, Tamsyn Amos, and Bonny Millar

17.1 Clinical Examination 723

17.2 Administration of Medication 730

17.3 Intravenous Catheter Placement 738

17.4 Bandaging Techniques 744

17.5 Nasogastric Intubation 752

17.6 Urinary Catheterisation 756

17.7 Physical Therapy Techniques 759

17.8 Euthanasia 771

References 774

Further Reading 776

18 Exam Technique and Revision Aids 777
Susan L. Holt

18.1 Preparing to Study 777

18.2 Revision 779

18.3 Written Exam Technique 781

18.4 Practical and Oral Assessments 781

18.5 Summary 783

Example Questions 784

References 786

Further Reading 787

Links 787

19 Career Progression 789
Sarah Baillie

Introduction 789

19.1 Progression Within Clinical Practice 789

19.2 Management Roles in Practice 792

19.3 Roles in Education 795

19.4 Opportunities to Undertake Further Education 796

19.5 Roles in Research 797

19.6 Charitable Volunteering of Time and Skills 797

19.7 Career Sustainability 797

References 798

Further Reading 798

Index 799

 

An aparitie	27/02/2025
Autor	Lillywhite
Editura	Wiley
Format	Paperback
ISBN	9781119861942
Limba	Engleza
Nr pag	832