Abstract
A 3 week supervised clinical rotation in the equine practice of the CSU Clinical Training Centre or an affiliated practice.Students will participate in the clinical procedures of the practice under supervision of a veterinary clinician. The rotation provides the opportunity to further develop skills and knowledge in equine medicine and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
- Equine medicine - Equine anaesthesia - Equine surgery - Equine reproduction - Diagnostic imaging - Clinical pathology - Pharmacology
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to perform a clinical examination of a horse;
2.
be able to handle and examine adult horses and foals safely;
3.
be able to diagnose and treat the common conditions of horses;
4.
be able to describe and perform diagnostic procedures commonly used in equine practice;
5.
be able to obtain and interpret radiographic and ultrasonographic images from horses and foals;
6.
be able to perform and interpret 'stat' laboratory investigations including PCV, TP, lactate, glucose, urinalysis, body cavity fluid analysis;
7.
be able to interpret and assimilate clinical pathology results into case management;
8.
be able to contribute to routine and emergency case management including primary and referral accession cases and afterhours care;
9.
be able to keep complete and accurate case records;
10.
be able to describe and perform therapeutic procedures commonly used in equine practice, including anaesthesia and minor surgical procedures;
11.
be able to demonstrate correct aseptic technique and assist in routine and/or referral surgical procedures;
12.
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the role of equine specialists and the manner in which referrals to specialists should be made;
13.
be able to appraise scientific literature and use this information to direct clinical decision making;
14.
be able to present cases at clinical rounds and make informed contributions to case discussions;
15.
be able to communicate effectively and empathically with horse owners or connections, and with staff and fellow students;
16.
be able to conduct themselves in a professional, courteous and considerate manner; and
17.
be able to demonstrate appropriate time management and organisational skills to permit completion of clinical and assessment responsibilities.
Enrolment restrictions
Bachelor of Veterinary Science Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science. Bachelor of Veterinary Biology/Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours)
Pre-requisite
Work integrated learning
Placement Duration 15 days Details Students attend the rotation at Equine Practices
Learning activities
Learning resources
Additional resources required by students
Student have to provide their own travel and accommodation for their Equine Practice rotations.