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3.00 Credits
Students choose a case with which they were involved during their practicum and write up the case study, including information from the record, research and first-hand experience. Students then present this report to their peers. Participation in seminar discussions and the final exam are averaged in with the case study grade. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students participate in the care and treatment of hospitalized patients. This treatment includes basic evaluation of patient history and current therapy, skills involved with patient comfort and care, fluid therapy, record keeping, venipuncture and catheter maintenance. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students gain a basic understanding in the assessment, treatment and care of the critically ill patient. This course includes building on medical knowledge of disease processes and physiology; providing treatment, maintenance and comfort to critically ill animals; assessing subtle changes in patient status and becoming proficient in a variety of skills such as venipuncture, catheter placement, fluid therapy and administration of medication. Some night shifts are required. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students gain skills in the application of sterile and aseptic techniques including preparation of surgery patients, equipment and operating areas. Identification of surgical instrumentation, suture material and other surgical equipment is included. Students also gain a basic understanding of common surgical practices. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students gain skills involving induction, maintenance and recovery of the anesthetized patient. Included are patient evaluation and monitoring, drug calculations, drug choices and some special anesthetic considerations. Students also gain familiarity with the function and care of anesthesia machines and monitoring equipment. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This two week rotation has two components. The first component provides the student with an experience in Shelter Medicine. Students will travel to ACCT in Philadelphia and spend four days participating in surgery clinics for shelter animals. The second component will provide students with experience in several of the specialty departments within the hospital including: oncology, dermatology, ophthalmology, the blood bank, exotics and the clinical lab. Participation in these specialties will vary based on caseload.
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4.00 Credits
Final Exam: Given the last week of practicum, the final exam is made up of 20% anesthesia questions and 80% general nursing, lecture and laboratory questions. The exam reflects an overview of the practicum and tests a student's knowledge of what was learned in lectures, labs and rotations. Case Study: Students choose a patient case study to present both orally and in writing. Students are graded on their oral and written presentations, audiovisual aids and knowledge of the subject matter. Information is gathered from the patient record, research of subject, first-hand experience and from doctors and nurses in the hospital. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students learn to produce diagnostic-quality radiographs for routine and some special-study procedures with the safety of both the patients and the handler in mind. Students also become knowledgeable in radiology equipment care and usage. Ultrasonography and echocardiography are introduced. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students gain fundamental skills in handling veterinary emergencies. These skills include client communication, patient status assessment, treatment protocols for common emergencies and performance of treatments. Students work in the 24-hour emergency service at the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Some night and weekend shifts are required. 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.
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2.00 Credits
This is a two-week course in which students learn and become familiar with the basics of large-animal anesthesia. Students learn chemical restraint, pharmacology of commonly used drugs, calculations, anesthesia equipment and how to recognize problems and trends as they occur during induction, maintenance and recovery of the anesthetized patient. Some on-call shifts are required with this rotation. 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.
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