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Intubating a Rabbit with a Scope
Jamie, CVT, explains the process of rabbit intubation, highlighting the importance of preparation and the use of a specialized intubation scope for secure placement. She emphasizes the need for non-cuffed endotracheal tubes due to rabbits' small…
Bladder Stone Extraction from Guinea Pig Vulva
Dr. Flaminio, DVM, discusses the case of a female guinea pig suffering from painful urination due to stones in her vaginal vault and urinary bladder. After a thorough physical exam and X-rays confirmed the presence of these stones, she received pain…
Set Up and Use of Anesthesia Record
Maina, CVT, provides an in-depth overview of setting up and using an anesthetic sheet with the Smart Flow program, emphasizing the importance of accuracy in recording patient vitals and medication details during procedures. With a focus on ensuring…
Body Cavity Fluid Sample Handling
Jessica and Joanie, CVTs, demonstrate proper handling techniques for body cavity effusion samples, emphasizing the use of lavender top tubes for cytology and no additive tubes for culture. They outline the process of filling the tubes using a syringe…
Placing a PICC Line
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, is placing a PICC line for a patient named Bonzo, who is in diabetic ketoacidosis. This procedure allows for regular blood glucose monitoring and medication administration without repeated needle sticks, ensuring…
Tick Removal
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, is treating a dog with a tick on her left paw. She instructs on the proper way to take off the tick, properly cleaning the site afterwards, and what symptoms owners should look for to make sure the site is not…
DVM Rounds
Hannah Marshall, criticalist, discusses the importance of efficient patient rounding among doctors to enhance communication and care, particularly in a training environment. She highlights the I-PASS rounding system as a structured approach that…
Removing Staples from Skin Incision
Joanie, CVT, performs a staple removal on a patient post-knee surgery, ensuring the incision looks clean and free of complications before beginning the process. Using a specialized tool, she carefully removes the staples, monitors for any difficulties…
IV Catheter Taping
Courtney, CVT, demonstrates the proper technique for taping IV catheters in patients, emphasizing cleanliness and secure application to prevent complications. She explains the importance of using a "courtesy tab" and proper layering to ensure…
Blood Pleurodesis
Criticalist Hannah Marshall, DVM, DACVECC, demonstrates the blood pleurodesis procedure, a technique used to manage pneumothorax by utilizing the patient's own blood to create a clot and seal leaks within the lung. She provides a detailed walkthrough…