Module 9: Dealing With Emergencies

Summary/What you will learn Why VSAs should be familiar with common emergencies arising in everyday veterinary practice The purposes and nature of first aid and who is responsible for its administration The importance of triage and initial assessment, in ensuring the best possible outcome for a patient An overview of emergency procedures, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), blood transfusions and the Heimlich Manoeuvre An overview of commonly seen emergencies, inc...