wk 6 Nursing Skills and Patient Care

A set of practice flashcards covering key concepts about the role of veterinary assistants, patient care, and hospital protocols.

What is the primary responsibility of the Veterinary Assistant in a hospital setting?

To ensure patients in the hospital are clean and comfortable during their stay.

What types of infections may require isolation of patients in a veterinary hospital?

Airborne or respiratory infections, such as kennel cough and viral pneumonia.

What details must be included on a patient's name tag upon hospital admission?

Owner name, pet name, breed, color, and age.

What is the purpose of a treatment plan for a patient in the hospital?

To provide the veterinarian's written instructions for the patient's care.

How should cats be housed in a veterinary hospital?

In a cage that provides enough room for them to use a litter box and a separate area to sleep.

What observations should a Veterinary Assistant record about patients during their hospital stay?

Urinary and bowel eliminations, patient appetite, and overall attitude.

What special dietary considerations might be included in a patient's treatment plan?

Soft food for dental disease, diabetic diets, low protein diets for kidney issues, bland diets for stomach upset.

How often should cages be cleaned in a veterinary hospital?

Cages should be cleaned as needed, with bedding changed at least once daily.

What precautions should be taken when cleaning isolation areas in a veterinary hospital?

Wear PPE, wash hands, and use a disinfecting foot bath before leaving the isolation area.

What does a cidal disinfectant do?

It kills organisms.