by | May 26, 2022 | Veterinary Science
Some pathogens can decimate specific populations of animals if untreated. Some do not adversely affect host animals, but can make human beings very sick. Because of this, habitat and facility sanitation is paramount, but even cleaning agents can be a potential threat to human and animal health! First, choose a dangerous pathogen of note in the field of animal care, whether a bacteria, virus, or disease process. In a 3-4 page paper, discuss how contamination occurs, who it affects, and which cleaning agent is used in conjunction with it when disinfecting or preventing outbreaks. Include any contraindications to human and animals there might be for the cleaning agent you chose. Finally, include a statement about how you can apply this information to utilize proper animal sanitation practices in your future career.
Your paper should follow the formatting guidelines in the Course Project (Font should be 12 point and line spacing single spaced or 1.5 spaced, or “at least” – spacing, and references in APA format).
by admin | May 13, 2022 | Veterinary Science
Determination of Serum Leptin, Ghrelin, Insulin, Irisin Hormone Levels Before and After Operation in Cows with Left Abomasum Displacement
4. Give a brief about leptin hormone in cattle/cows/other ruminants.
5. Role/ effects of leptin hormone in metabolism of ruminants/cattles/cows and abomasum displacement
6. Changes of plasma/serum leptin levels in cattle suffered from abomasum displacement (before treatment and after treatment)
7. Give a brief about ghrelin hormone in cattle/cows/ruminants.
8. Role/ effects of ghrelin hormone in metabolism of ruminants/cattles/cows and abomasum displacement
9. Changes of plasma/serum ghrelin levels in cattle suffered from abomasum displacement (before treatment and after treatment)
10. Give a brief about irisin hormone in cattle/cows/ruminants.
11. Role/ effects of irisin hormone in metabolism of ruminants/cattles/cows and abomasum displacement
12. Changes of plasma/serum irisin levels in cattle suffered from abomasum displacement (before treatment and after treatment)
13. Give an information about relationships these hormones, how affected each others
by admin | May 12, 2022 | Veterinary Science
The research paper must be typewritten using a word processing program such as MS Word. Use 12-point Times New Roman font, and double spacing.
Part 1. Fluid Administration
For Part 1, discuss intravenous fluid administration in a feline patient. Your research will include
What physical exam parameters you use to assess the hydration status in your patient. You’ll detail the different percentages of dehydration, and the signs you see on examination with each one.
The purpose of each phase of fluid therapy for a female feline patient assumes the following:
The patient isn’t showing any signs of shock.
The cat weighs 8 lbs, is 10% dehydrated, and doesn’t have any vomiting or diarrhea.
Use this information to calculate the fluid rates for each needed phase of fluid therapy for this patient. Be sure to include the formula you’re using, and show each step in the calculation of the fluid rates.
How should you monitor the IV fluid therapy in this patient?
Why is it important to monitor patients receiving IV fluid therapy?
by admin | May 11, 2022 | Veterinary Science
PHYSICAL
EXAM ASSIGNMENT: INSTRUCTIONS
• Using the PE Form provided/attached as a guide, students
must create a 1–2-page complete Physical Exam (PE)
assessment
sheet for your “veterinary clinic” Signalment Vitals Body
Systems
• Use the PE
sheet to record exam findings on 2 different species (chose
from equine,
canine, feline, bovine, ovine, caprine and swine).
• DO NOT use
the following terms/phrases below to describe the animal on the
PE sheet Normal,
Healthy, Seems to Be, Good, Looks ok – NO!
by admin | May 9, 2022 | Veterinary Science
Paper 1: Veterinary Computer Software
Goals
Identify the various types of veterinary software programs that are available.
Explain the use and benefits of veterinary software programs in practice.
Report the pros and cons of different programs.
Categorize and examine the features of various programs.
Evaluate your research to determine which programs may provide the best service in a veterinary practice.
Instructions
Many veterinary clinics and hospitals rely heavily on computers for day-to-day operations. Computer software companies are constantly developing and upgrading programs for use in veterinary medicine.
Imagine you’re the head veterinary technician working in a multidoctor veterinary practice. The practice owner is considering upgrading his or her outdated invoicing software and paper medical records, wanting to replace them with veterinary management software that can perform a wide variety of management functions.
The practice owner wants each member of the veterinary team to gather information on two different brands of veterinary management software. Each team member will compile his or her information into a written report, which will be given to the practice owner and practice manager to help them make their decision.
As the head technician, you’re given the first choice on which software brands to research. Select two different brands of veterinary management software. Research each software brand, paying attention to the items in the following list, then write a research paper that compares and contrasts the two software brands, including (but not limiting your writing to) the following information:
Names of the two brands of software that you’ve chosen, and a brief description of each of them
Information about the companies who make the software
What are some benefits for a practice using a software program?
List office features and functions, as well as pros and cons of each software package—what does each program do, or not do?
How are technical support issues handled?
How is loss of data prevented in each type of program?
Is this a cloud- or server-based program? What hardware or software might be required?
Is training provided? In what ways?
Are laboratory and imaging results imported? Provide details on those that are compatible with the software program being discussed.
Paper 1: Student thoroughly and accurately identifies and explains all topics or questions in maximum detail.
Chose two brands of software
Company information/history
Benefits of using a software program
Features and functions of software
Technical support
Data backup
Cloud or server based, and hardware or software needed
Training
Lab and imaging results
Compare and contrast the different software including pro/cons.
by admin | May 7, 2022 | Veterinary Science
Interpersonal Communication
As a veterinary technician, you’ll be inundated with questions every day. These questions come from clients and coworkers. In order to handle these questions, it’s important that you be both a good listener and a good communicator.
Goals
List and define the four elements of communication.
Identify the methods for effectively communicating with others.
Apply knowledge of proper communication methods to client and colleague interactions in a veterinary practice.
Determine the importance of using and observing verbal and nonverbal communication.
Prepare oneself to work with clients and coworkers as part of the patient care team.
Establish adequate communication skills for use in a veterinary setting.
Instructions
Describe techniques for being a good listener. What can you do to clarify what a client or coworker is saying to you? Also, describe some ways you can communicate clearly so a client or coworker will not only listen to you but fully understand what you’re saying.
Be sure to include the following:
Body language
Nonverbal communication/gestures (including possible cultural differences that might arise)
Paraphrasing
Eye contact
Discrimination and prejudices
Patient records/handouts and brochures
Any other pertinent information you deem important
Next, provide at least two specific scenarios that relate to dealing with others in a hospital setting, and how and why you might use the previously mentioned techniques in these scenarios. Be sure to include multiple examples from the list above. Describe how those techniques would be used in your scenarios. These examples may include conflict with a coworker, conflict with an employee, dealing with a difficult client, or having an emotional conversation with a client.
Project Specifications
Your project must be submitted as a Word document (.docx, .doc)*.
Each title page should contain the following information:
The title: Veterinary Office Management Research Project
Your name
Your student number
The date your project was submitted
Each paper should be easy to read with appropriate font, double spacing, and correct spelling, grammar, sentence, and paragraph structure. You should use proper APA format for your reference page and in-text citations.
The recommended length is 2–4 pages per paper, excluding title and reference pages.
Each research paper should include at least three references. The information must be supported by trusted veterinary medical publications and websites. You can use your Penn Foster Veterinary Office Management lessons for assistance, but they shouldn’t be your main source of data. Don’t use sites such as Wikipedia.
If you don’t have prior experience writing research papers, the Penn Foster Library offers assistance in writing a research paper and citing references.
Plagiarism is taking any part of a published piece of work and using it as your own. This also applies to those sections where you might change the wording slightly, or periodically interject personal comments. This also applies to sections in which whole paragraphs or pages were quoted from a source. Plagiarism is unacceptable at Penn Foster College. This is a reminder of the expectation to which all Penn Foster College students are held. Per your Student Handbook, students are expected to conduct themselves with the highest academic and ethical standards. Failure to do so results in disciplinary action. Be sure you’re properly citing your resources in APA format. More information about plagiarism, and properly citing in APA format, can be found in the Penn Foster Library, your Information Literacy course, and your English Composition course.
Paper 2: Student thoroughly and accurately identifies and explains all topics or questions in maximum detail.
Techniques for being a good listener
Body Language
Nonverbal communication/gestures (including possible cultural differences that might arise)
Paraphrasing
Eye Contact
Discrimination and prejudices
Patient records/handouts and brochures
Scenario 1
Scenario 2
