VET 322 - Critical Care Rotate

Institution:

Harcum College

Subject:

Description:

This is a one-week course in which students learn the nursing care required in dealing with critically ill large animals. Students learn the main causes of illness, the associated complications, how to monitor these complications and how to avoid them. Students also learn emergency procedures and triaging of patients and become familiar with the specialized emergency equipment that an intensive care unit has to offer. Students work on skills as they relate to medications, drug dosages, fluid therapy and venipuncture. Documentation and communication skills are utilized. Prerequisites: completion of all required coursework, a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher and a grade point average of 2.0 or higher in all Veterinary Technology coursework.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Practicum

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.harcum.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 525-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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