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Using Doppler to Check Blood Pressure
Sam, CVT, demonstrates how to accurately measure a dog’s blood pressure using a Doppler device, with a strong focus on choosing the correct cuff size and placement. It also explains techniques like proper positioning, using ultrasonic gel, and taking…
Basics of Emergency Triage - Setting Up for a Stat Call
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, explains the basics of handling a simulated stat triage, emphasizing rapid assessment, prioritizing life-saving actions, and efficient communication with pet owners. She also outlines essential preparation steps—…
How to Perform an Autotransfusion in a Dog
Dr. Hannah Marshall, Criticalist, demonstrates how to perform an autotransfusion on a dog by collecting blood from the abdomen and returning it directly to the patient’s bloodstream through a closed sterile system. She explains the equipment, sterile…
How to Safely Lift a Large Patient
Dr. Tauber, DVM, demonstrates how to safely lift a large dog onto an exam table using proper teamwork and body mechanics. They emphasize planning the dog’s position, using two people for heavier dogs, and maintaining control to ensure safety for both…
Basics of Emergency Triage - Acuity Scoring and Patient Labeling
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, explains how patients are identified with labeled collars and how acuity scoring (from stable to “stat”) determines which pets are seen first by a doctor. It also covers how staff provide timely, factual updates…
Basics of Emergency Triage - Vitals
Liv, an Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, explains how to obtain and assess vital signs for dogs and cats after triage. She reviews the typical order of taking vitals, normal reference ranges, signs of critical illness, and when to alert a doctor or…
Basics of Emergency Triage - Patient History
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, introduces adorable Minnie before walking viewers through the fundamentals of emergency veterinary triage. She explains how using a structured template, asking targeted follow-up questions, and knowing when to…
Setting Up the Thoraseal
Brie, CVT, demonstrates how to properly set up a thoraseal unit for patients with chest tubes requiring continuous suction to remove air or fluid from the chest. She reviews equipment preparation, sterile technique, water seal and suction chamber…
IM Injection on a Fractious Cat
Brie, CVT, demonstrates safe, low-stress handling of a highly reactive cat for kennel removal and intramuscular sedation. It emphasizes reading feline body language, using protective tools like towels and cat masks, and clear team communication to…
Devices for Fractious Cat Restraint
Brie, CVT, reviews humane and effective restraint options for fractious cats, emphasizing safety, fear-free handling, and stress reduction. She walks through practical tools like nets, clamshells, towels, masks, e-collars, gloves, and cat bags, while…