VSC410 Clinical Practice 1 (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Animal and Vet Science (ANVET)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
Clinical Practice 1 is the introduction to practical clinical skills for the fourth year veterinary science student. Students will develop knowledge and skills in surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with small animals, horses, cattle and sheep, through a series of tutorials and practical classes in the University's veterinary clinics, equine centre and farm.
Clinical Extra Mural Studies (CEMS) 1 is part of Clinical Practice 1.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Internal | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: VSC410
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Students enrolled in the follwoing courses only:
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Veterinary Science
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate beginner-level competence in an abdominal surgical operation on a small animal using sterile technique
- be able to desex a dog or a cat (male and/or female) under supervision
- be able to demonstrate the preparation of the surgeon for a sterile surgical procedure
- be able to prepare an animal for an abdominal surgical procedure
- be able to design, induce and maintain anaesthesia in a small animal
- be able to design and implement a pain management regimen for small animals
- be able to examine and monitor the health of a small animal pre-surgery and post-surgery and maintain adequate medical records
- be able to interpret radiographs in horses and small animals
- be able to describe the principles of radiology and ultrasound procedures in animals
- be able to demonstrate developing skills in a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the horse
- demonstrate developing skills in a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in cattle
- be able to perform a clinical examination and minor surgical procedures of the sheep
- be able to communicate effectively with clients of a veterinary practice, including in situations which are challenging and difficult
- be able to proficiently handle a range of production, companion, performance and laboratory animals and confidently and competently examine and medicate these animals
- be able to perform some basic diagnostic tests on animals and be proficient in the use of clinical equipment such as auroscope, haemocytometer, otoscope, refractometer, urine dipsticks etc and give examples of clinical situations where they are applicable for use
- be able to continue to use and develop library, writing and computer skills
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- surgery, anaesthesia and pain management of small animals
- introduction to radiology, radiography and diagnostic ultrasound
- introduction to equine clinical practice
- introduction to farm animal clinical practice (bovine and ovine);
- veterinary private practice visits - Clinical Extra Mural Studies - CEMS 1
- record keeping as related to legal aspects of veterinary practice.
- client and colleague communication skills training; consultation techniques and the mock consultation
Workplace Learning
This subject contains a Compulsory Workplace Learning component of 20 days duration.
The WPL component of this subject involves 4 weeks of Clinical Extra Mural Studies (CEMS 1) at different veterinary practices of the students choice across Australia and overseas and precedes 5 weeks of CEMS 2 later in Phase 2, and 3 weeks of CEMS 3 in Phase 3.. There are restrictions on the type of practice. Students must contact the placement and organise suitable dates, complete a Placement Request Form which enables the Placements Officer to contact the Practice and send documents relating to the student's level of knowledge, OH & S requirements and assessment forms. Students must find their own way to the practice and organise their own accomodation.
CEMS 1 is part of the compulsory Clinical Extra Mural Studies component required of all veterinary science courses in Australia and New Zealand.
Specialised Resources
Students must arrange their own transport to and accomodation at the CEMS placement of their choice.
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.