Nursing Care for Colic Patients

16 Apr 2019 - 16 Apr 2019 10:00 - 17:00 Derby College Equestrian Centre, Morley, DE7 6DN

Full Course Programme

This course will cover the most up to date, evidence-based information on nursing care for colic patients. Lectures will cover evidence-based research for the treatment of colic cases, pain scoring, telephone triage and advice for owners, as well as an update of the ‘React to Colic’ campaign currently being run by The Nottingham Vet School and the British Horse Society. Practicals will include application of different belly bandages, how to rectal horses using an interactive model, and case discussions.

Please read and adhere to the BEVA Biosecurity Instructions for Practical Courses, which can be found here.

KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Develop an understanding of up to date, evidence-based research of the nursing care, and treatment of colic patients.
• Refresh your knowledge on pain scoring
• Learn practical skills in belly bandage application and rectal examination
• Be able to confidently discuss the care and treatment required for a range of colic cases
• Gain up to date knowledge of current research projects aimed at helping colic patients and their owners.

COURSE ORANISER
Marie Rippingale BSc (Hons), REVN, G-SQP, DipHE CVN, DipAVN, IQA.

COURSE SPEAKERS
Marie Rippingale BSc (Hons), REVN, G-SQP, DipHE CVN, DipAVN, IQA.
Siobhan Robinson REVN
Adelle Bowden MRCVS, PhD
Katie Lightfoot BSc (Hons)

• Cancellation more than 6 weeks prior to the start of the course: A refund will be made less a 10% administrative charge.
• Cancellation less than 6 weeks prior to the start of the course: No refunds can be guaranteed, but if BEVA can resell the place a refund will be made less a 20% administrative charge.
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