VNT:CPD eMags

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2011 SUPPLEMENTS

VNT:CPD November 2011

Aseptic sampling techniques: a practical guide for nurses
Julia Hurley looks in detail at a variety of aseptic medical sampling procedures, including bone marrow biopsy and aspiration, collecting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and blood culture sampling. This article offers a reference for technique and explains the reasons for performing such procedures.

VNT:CPD October 2011

Canine interventional cardiology
A number of potentially serious cardiovascular conditions can be treated by minimally invasive interventional techniques, such as transarterial occlusion of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) and balloon valvuloplasty for pulmonic stenosis. Charlotte Pace looks at these and other similar techniques.

2010 SUPPLEMENTS

VNT:CPD 04.06 – November

Role of monitoring in care of elderly cats
Sarah M A Caney discusses the importance of regular health checks to detect early signs of disease, and the role of nurse clinics.

Dog hip dysplasia: causes, diagnosis and treatment
Graham Hayes looks at how this condition manifests itself in young and old patients, and the breeds and types of dog predisposed to the condition.

VNT:CPD 04.05 – September

Small animal blood gas and acid-base analysis
Matthew McMillan looks at sampling for blood gas analysis and interpreting results in terms of acid-base abnormalities.

Measurement of cardiac biomarkers in dogs and cats
Graham Bilbrough looks at the indications and limitations of a new tool to support diagnosis of cardiac disease, along with sampling techniques.

VNT:CPD 04.04 – July

MRI: Applications in small animal practice
Sue Whitfield introduces the topic of magnetic resonance imaging and its more common uses in small animals – namely scanning the brain, head and spine.

Postoperative care of the equine colic case
Rachel Tucker on reducing complications after surgery.

VNT:CPD 04.03 – May

Oxygen therapy in small animal patients
Michelle Richmond describes various techniques for providing supplemental oxygen.

Small animal endoscopy
Leigh McMahon discusses techniques, uses and care of the equipment.

VNT:CPD 04.02 – March

Local anaesthesia and analgesia techniques
Carl Bradbrook describes the appropriate use of various nerve block techniques deployed in small animals.

Obesity-related problems commonly seen in rabbits
Brigitte Reusch describes health risks associated with this preventable condition, and explores various assessment and treatment options maintenance.

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