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WEIGHTMANAGEMENT INTHECANINEANDFELINE Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM I 214 B Many of the dogs and cats seen in the veterinary office today are overweight or obese. It’s time for a change; the veterinary healthcare teamneeds a new game plan, a new approach. Perhapsmore important thanweight loss for overweight and obese pets is working with clients to promote ideal weight for dogs and cats before they become too heavy! In this session, we will look at a variety of tools, includingmodern technology, to approachweight loss and promote healthy weight in our patients. ITSY-BITSY ICU: NURSINGHACKS FORYOUR SMALLEST PATIENTS evaluating and treating themcan be difficult due to the variations in anatomy, physiology, vital ssigns, and immune and neurological function that make themdifferent from adults. This lecture focuses on practical information and techniques veterinary nurses can use to determine what is normal and abnormal in this patient population and how to establish vascular access, maintain homeostasis, and address nutritional needs. WAKEMEUP BEFORE YOUGO-GO: THEC-SECTIONANDNEONATAL RESUSCITATION You’ve diagnosed the dystocia, but now it's time to get through theC-section andwake the babies! This lecture presents the latest evidence-based techniques for neonatal resuscitation in the puppy and kitten and includes normal physiologic values for the neonate. In-hospital care of the newborn and newmom, includingways to facilitate bonding and troubleshoot complications, will also be discussed. This lecture should help technicians and assistants feel more confident in their approach to resuscitating and caring for the newborn dog and cat. THE SMALLEST SAGAS: COMMONPEDIATRICER PRESENTATIONS Kelly Foltz, BA, LVT, VTS (ECC) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM I 210 AB This lecture focuses on themost common pediatric ER presentations with an emphasis on hypothermia, hypoglycemia, husbandry issues, and trauma. Congenital abnormalities and infectious disease will also be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on a thorough history, PE, nursing interventions, and nutritional support. Case studiesmay be discussed if time permits. MYASTHENIAGRAVIS Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM I 214 C Myasthenia gravis is a neuromuscular disorder that can affect our patients. Though it is not very common, it does present quite the challenge to the entire veterinary team. The goal of this session is to gain an understanding of the disease, as well as an understanding of the unique problems it can cause for not only the veterinary teambut for the family as well. MUST STOP THE TWITCHING: SEIZURES Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM I 214 C This sessionwill begin by defining what a seizure is, and howwe can diagnose themaccurately. We will discuss how to treat these patients quickly and safely. Time will be spent on anti-seizuremedications that are used commonly. WHY SOSHUNTY? PORTOSYSTEMIC SHUNTS Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM I 214 C This sessionwill beginwith a reviewof the liver and its functions. We will discuss the special vasculature that the liver has, andwhy it is important! This sessionwill also discuss the importance of treating these patients appropriately, as well as the importance of client educationwith PSS patients. Kelly Foltz, BA, LVT, VTS (ECC) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM I 210 AB Pediatric and neonatal patientsmake frequent appearances at both general and ER practices, but Kelly Foltz, BA, LVT, VTS (ECC) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM I 210 AB
NURSINGCARE FOR THECAT FLUPATIENT Liza Rudolph, BAS, RVT, VTS 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM I 210 AB Feline upper respiratory disease involves themouth, nasal passages, sinuses, and/or upper airway of affected cats. Treatment ismainly supportive and feline patients have their own set of unique considerations. Patient advocacy fromthe nursing team is often required. WHAT THE LIVER: AGUIDE TOLIVER LABWORK Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM I 214 C This sessionwill startwith a short reviewof liver anatomy and functions.Wewill talk about the fourmain liver enzymes, aswell as liver function tests. The goal of this talk is for the attendee to be able to understand liver valueswith This sessionwill startwith a reviewof the liver, pancreas, and gastrointestinal tract.Wewill then discuss hepatitis, pancreatitis, and gastritis. Occasionally, inflammation of these three organs occurs concurrently.Wewill discuss howto treat these patients and the specific requirements that theymay have. LEAKYGUTS: PROTEIN-LOSINGENTEROPATHY gastrointestinal tract.Wewill then discuss PLE, howto diagnose, the prognosis, and howwe can treat these pets. This sessionwill also review important points that should bementioned to owners during client education. KEEPINGYOUANDYOUR PATIENTS SAFE: ZOONOTICDISEASES Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM I 214 C Wewill start this session by defining zoonosis, and discussing themodes of transmission.Wewill spend time on howto stop forward progression of diseases. Discussion of proper isolation protocolswill be had. YOUR EYES, THEIRHEARTS, CAN’T LOSE: NAVIGATINGANESTHESIAWITHOUTMONITORS Kristen Cooley, BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM I 007 B Did you knowthat if the onlymonitors you hadwere your eyes, ears and hands to assess an anesthetized patient, you could still gather significant information? You could evaluate physiologic parameters fromheart rate, pulse quality, and vasomotor tone to respiratory rate, character, eye position andmore. This lecturewill teach you to determine anesthetic depth aswell as approximate blood pressure, cardiovascular function andmore, for those timeswhen yourmechanicalmonitors fail you. DANCINGMACHINE: SKILLFULMANIPULATION OF THEANESTHETICMOTHERSHIP Kristen Cooley, BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM I 007 B Learnhowtomanipulate this essential piece of anesthetic equipment tomaximize inhalant anesthesia and patient safety.Wewill followtheflowof oxygen through the Mothership and discuss each component in depth. This exciting lecturewill also cover howto utilize the anesthesia machine as an intermittent dosing device. THINKINGOUTSIDEOF THE BOX: DECREASING MORBIDITYANDMORTALITY THROUGHMINDFUL DRUGSELECTION Kristen Cooley, BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM I 007 B Good anesthesia startswith a thoroughunderstanding of the variety of drugs thatwe use. Reexamine common medicants, learn a fewnewtricks and discover howcertain drugs canwork together to provide a safer andmore balanced outcomewhen it comes to both anesthesia and analgesia. FELINE FINE: TAKINGTHE FEAROUTOF ANESTHETIZINGCATS Kristen Cooley, BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM I 007 B Catswalk a fine line between stable and unstable, awake and asleep. This lecturewill reviewand discuss feline Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM I 214 C In this session, wewill begin by reviewing the more clarity and confidence. THEAXISOF EVIL: TRIADITIS Ashley DiPrete, RVT, VTS (SAIM) 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM I 214 C
anesthetic and analgesic protocols, tips and tricks for intra-operative care and troubleshooting common issues. BANDAGINGANDCASTSONLARGEANIMALS Shana Lemmenes, CVT, VTS-EVN 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM I 007 B Knowing the difference between the various bandage materials andwhy a bandage is needed is key to being prepared. Whether facedwith an emergency leg fracture or a chronicwound, you can be ready. Being able tomonitor that bandage or cast for complications is just as important. This coursewill cover themost common reasonswe bandage, various bandagematerials andwhat they are used for, and also complications bandaging and casts can cause. WORKINGWITHANEUROLOGICHORSE: BE PREPARED, BE SAFE! Shana Lemmenes, CVT, VTS-EVN 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM I 007 B Aneurologic horse can be dangerous not only to itself, but to veterinary staffaswell. Knowingwhat equipment you should have ready and howto use that equipment is of utmost importance. If a horse is down in the trailer, do you knowhowto get it out? Do you knowhowto use a sling? Is it safe to sedate a neurologic horse? This coursewill cover howto safelyworkwith a neurologic horse, the equipment used and some of themost common reasons a horse becomes neurologic. EQUINE EMERGENCIES: ARE YOUREADY? Shana Lemmenes, CVT, VTS-EVN 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM I 007 B If youwork in a large animal practice, it’s not uncommon to hear “there’s a colic coming!” or “severe lacerationwith possible joint involvement arriving in less than 30 minutes!” Immediately your adrenaline kicks in and you get towork ... but are you prepared? Do you knowwhat to have at the ready? Each emergency is different andwill require different diagnostics. This course will cover the most common equine emergencies andwhat to have ready towork themup. ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR THE PATIENTNUTRITION ADVOCATE PART 1 Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition) 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM I 214 B Attendees will learn a variety of important skills which are necessary to educate clients, answer client questions about pet food, andmake nutritional recommendations. The session begins by explaining the agencies and organizations that regulate pet food, pet food label requirements, and terminology. Next, we will discuss how to read and understand pet food labels, how to determine the daily caloric requirement of a variety of patient life stages, how to calculate the drymatter basis of pet foods in order to compare a canned food to a dry food, and how to determine the amount of carbohydrates in pet food. Multiple sample calculations will be solved in an interactive forumallowing attendees to practice the skills learned. How to take a nutritional history, making a nutritional recommendation, and educating clients on nutritionwill also be covered. ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR THE PATIENTNUTRITION ADVOCATE PART 2 Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition) 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM I 214 B Attendees will learn a variety of important skills which are necessary to educate clients, answer client questions about pet food, andmake nutritional recommendations. The session begins by explaining the agencies and organizations that regulate pet food, pet food label requirements, and terminology. Next, we will discuss how to read and understand pet food labels, how to determine the daily caloric requirement of a variety of patient life stages, how to calculate the drymatter basis of pet foods in order to compare a canned food to a dry food, and how to determine the amount of carbohydrates in pet food. Multiple sample calculations will be solved in an interactive forumallowing attendees to practice the skills learned. How to take a nutritional history, making a nutritional recommendation, and educating clients on nutritionwill also be covered.
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