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MIND/BODY REACTIONS TO STRESS: KNOW YOUR LIONS Mike Hawkins, MA, LPC 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 201 B When we find ourselves in stressful situations our mind and our bodies respond to the perceived threat in similar yet different ways. What is stressful to one person might not be stressful to another. Our mind might trick us and register something as a threat when in reality it is not. The more we understand how we personally responded to threats or stress, the better we will be able to handle them and the less damaging effects they will have. ADDRESSING ISSUES RELATED TO SUICIDE Mike Hawkins, MA, LPC 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 201 B Suicide is a growing issue not only in America as a whole, but also in the Veterinary profession. In this session we will be looking not only at the facts about suicide, but also the signs and symptoms of suicide. We will examine some of the causes as well has how to talk with someone who might be suicidal. Suicide is a growing issue not only in America as a whole, but also in the Veterinary profession. In this session we will be looking not only at the facts about suicide, but also the signs and symptoms of suicide. We will examine some of the causes as well has how to talk with someone who might be suicidal. TAKE A DEEP BREATH: UNDERSTANDING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CAPNOGRAPHY AND PULSE OXIMETRY Katrina Lafferty, RLAT, CVT, VTS (anesthesia/analgesia) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 202 A Pulse oximetry is the measure of oxygenation and capnography is the measure of ventilation. The two work in harmony but are not interchangeable. Knowing the ins and outs of both monitoring devices, and how they support each other, can be the difference between life and death. This lecture will cover the many uses of capnography and pulse oximetry, including as a ventilation guide, intubation confirmation tool, and critical early alert system. Also covered will be the various types of equipment available, relative uses, and troubleshooting. Learning objectives for this lecture: 1. Ability to identify normal and abnormal capnograph and pulse oximetry tracings; 2. Ability to trouble-shoot capnograph and pulse oximeter issues – both with machine and patient; 3. Understanding of capnograph and pulse oximetry equipment, including cost and pros and cons for each type. BEYOND THE BAG: MECHANICAL VENTILATION MADE PRACTICAL Katrina Lafferty, RLAT, CVT, VTS (anesthesia/analgesia) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 202 A There are many instances when mechanical ventilation is necessary – and even life-saving. The purpose of this lecture is to give the attendee an understanding of the mechanics behind adequate ventilation and how to recognize when a ventilator is needed. Also discussed will be the ins and outs of choosing appropriate settings on any ventilator machine. Defined and discussed will be the methods and modes of ventilatory support and additional supplemental techniques including positive expiratory pressure and continuous positive airway pressure. Learning objectives for this lecture: 1. Ability to identify parts of a ventilator; 2. Ability to trouble-shoot ventilator issues – both with ventilator and anesthesia machine; 3. Understand basics of ventilator settings for a variety of patient scenarios. NUTS AND BOLTS: UNDERSTANDING, USING AND TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR ANESTHESIA MACHINE Katrina Lafferty, RLAT, CVT, VTS (anesthesia/analgesia) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 202 A Anesthetic machines are intimidating, complicated, temperamental pieces of equipment. For better or worse, veterinary patient require general anesthesia for any number of procedures, which means that a good understanding of the anesthesia machine is necessary. This lecture will breakdown the anesthesia machine into its basic parts to provide an understanding of how it functions. Also covered with be correct usage of different systems (rebreathing, non-rebreathing) and techniques (low-flow, closed circuit) and troubleshooting of the machine. Learning objectives for this lecture: 1. Understand how to recognize and remedy basic machine related concerns; 2. Understand how to recognize and remedy advanced machine related concerns; 3. Understand how to recognize machine components on any anesthetic machine.
SIMPLE NUTRITIONAL MATH Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 201 C
technicians can improve their nursing interventions and considerations when managing these critical patients. KEEPING PUPPY AND KITTEN VISITS FUN! WORKING WITH CLIENTS FOR HAPPY PATIENTS Lynda Paul, LVT, VTS (CP-Canine/Feline), CVPP 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 202 B This session will cover helping patients have pleasant visits at the clinic from good first puppy and kitten visits through adulthood. We will discuss ways that clients can help their pets relax starting with preparation at home and when drug therapy may be appropriate for the more fractious and stressed patient. EASING CLIENT FEARS OF ANESTHESIA Lynda Paul, LVT, VTS (CP-Canine/Feline), CVPP 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 202 B In this session we will address some common fears and concerns that clients may have about anesthesia for their pets and how to best prepare them by having effective conversations about the anesthetic event. TAKING PAIN MANAGEMENT HOME – CLIENT EDUCATION Lynda Paul, LVT, VTS (CP-Canine/Feline), CVPP 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 202 B This session will cover helping clients recognize when the pet is having pain at home and how to be active participants in managing their pet’s chronic pain. HELPING CLIENTS WITH EUTHANASIA AND HOSPICE CARE Lynda Paul, LVT, VTS (CP -Canine/Feline), CVPP 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Room 202 B This session will cover helping clients manage the end-of-life journey with their pet from hospice care to making the decision to euthanize and how we can have these difficult conversations. THE SCIENCE OF CANNABIS MEDICINE April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 202 B The cannabis plant is being studied now more than ever in history and the science is in. April will share the latest discoveries in the endocannabinoid system, including the different cannabinoid receptors throughout the body and their interactions with endocannabinoids, phytocannabinoids as well as terpenoids and flavonoids. This deep understanding is essential to cannabis therapies. The lecture will cover the newest research and current applications in general cannabis medicine. Veterinary species will be covered in more detail in the next lecture, Introduction to Veterinary Cannabis Therapy. INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY CANNABIS THERAPY April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 202 B As veterinary professionals we have a responsibility to provide harm reduction education to our clients regarding cannabis products. This lecture will bring you up to speed on the current research of the endocannabinoid systems of small animal species. It will include the special considerations, drug interactions and recommended safety protocols, as well as clinical monitoring recommendations. Attendees will understand how to read a Certificate of Analysis and how to select quality products. HOW TO CREATE A CANNABIS PLAN April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 202 B This lecture will include instruction on how to interpret a Certificate of Analysis. Attendees will learn how to evaluate all the factors in plant testing including cannabinoids and terpenes, as well as pesticides, heavy metals, etc. They will be able to identify quality, safe products with this education and apply it to the latest dosing guidelines to create a cannabis plan. TRAUMA/COMPASSION FATIGUE/IMPOSTER SYNDROME/ PTSD Mike Hawkins, MA, LPC 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 201 B Socrates once said, “The begging of wisdom is the definition of terms.” As we begin our journey into looking at the various aspects of veterinary health and wellness, it is important that we start of a point of common understanding. Our World today is filled with massive amounts of data and information. We are constantly bombarded with different terms. For the purpose of our study today, I have identified and defined several terms which will be the building blocks for all of our trainings. Today we will be defining Trauma, Compassion Fatigue, PTSD and Imposter Syndrome.
When a client asks “How much do I feed my pet?”, “Which of these diets is lower in fat?”, do you know how to answer without looking at the bag of food? Can you calculate weight loss in a percentage? Much like calculating drug dosages, nutritional math can provide us with more specific information about how to properly dose the patient. This session will review some basic nutrition calculations including how to calculate a pet’s energy and dietary requirements, along with looking into how to calculate the percentage of weight loss, and feeding plans. HAY! KIBBLE ME THIS...DO YOU CONSIDER BEHAVIOR FOR HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS? Behavior, including our team’s behavior, can affect a pet’s anxiety and appetite. This session will look into the effects of our behavior, animal natural behavior, and the results of pain or anxiety on the pet’s desire or ability to eat. We will identify some signs of pain, and anxiety, destructive and positive behaviors, along with identifying ways we can alleviate stress to improve patient stays in the hospital. HOW TO NUTRITIONALLY TURN OFF THE PIPES AND PRIME THE ENGINES – NUTRITIONAL INTERVENTION FOR Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 201 C • When a pet has a gastrointestinal illness or dysbiosis the owners are looking for relief for their pet and relief from the clean up duty. Commonly veterinarians are reaching for drugs that will stop the pipes from flowing out but are there ways we can assist the patient nutritionally? Are there nutrients that may benefit the patient depending on where in the gastric system the problem lies? • This session will discuss commonly observed, and diagnosed conditions along with the key nutritional factors that will benefit the patients. Another objective of this session will be a presentation of how to differentiate large bowel from small bowel diarrhea and the key nutritional factors for each – why they require different nutrients for aid in resolution of symptoms. A brief discussion of how reaching for drugs (metronidazole) as Step 1 for large bowel disease may not be the best choice as per some recent research. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 COAGULABILITY: BELIEVE THE HYPE April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 202 B Coagulation is equally dangerous if your patient has too much, or too little of it. This session will cover the physiological processes of hyper and hypocoagulable states, and the many related diseases and disorders. The coagulation cascade through DIC and thromboembolisms will be included. Attendees will attain the understanding and tools to recognize the risks and signs associated with derangements and their implications in their patients. VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PATIENTS Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 201 C BECOME A RAAS BADASS April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 202 B The complex, intricate mechanisms involved in the RAAS demands a particular understanding, and its importance cannot be understated. Attendees can expect an intensive review of the numerous physiological steps involved in the cascade with each of the hormonal catalysts and their manifestations in hemodynamic balance, as well as the effects of its dysregulation. Included will be the implications of inhibiting this system with special considerations for the cardiovascular system, renal function, and fluid/electrolyte stability. Drugs used to suppress the system will be reviewed. LEARN TO LOVE YOUR (OXYHGB) CURVES April Bays, CVT, VTS (ECC) 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 202 B The oxyhemoglobin dissociation curve is critical in an in depth understanding of how blood carries and releases oxygen. Oxygen saturation, partial pressure of oxygen, and hemoglobin’s affinity, are directly related to several factors. CO 2 , pH, Temperature and 2, 3-DPG affect the shift of the curve and I will discuss methods for measuring and influencing its position.
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