Date 26th November 2008
Venue Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
Level Suitable for veterinary nurses who have a keen interest in diabetes and small animal medicine
Tutor
Grant Petrie MA VetMB CertSAC CertSAM MRCVS
Portman Referral Clinic, London
Course outline
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrinopathy in cats and dogs. The diagnosis is usually straightforward but patient management can be challenging. Using a case-based format, we will explore the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus. Recent advances in the management and monitoring diabetes mellitus will be presented. Successful management of diabetes requires a team approach. As a nurse, you are a vital member of the management and monitoring team; you will work with owners of diabetic pets on a daily basis and you’ll often be the first port of call for owners when they have concerns. Communication and education are the keys to successful management. This, interactive, case-based, one-day CPD course will provide you with the understanding that you need to assist with the care of this fascinating illness and also to derive greater job satisfaction.
Specific areas to be covered include:
• What is diabetes mellitus?
• How is the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus achieved?
• Treatment of diabetes mellitus and your role as a nurse
• Feeding diabetic patients
• Monitoring diabetics
• Problem diabetic cases and how to approach them
Course fee
£280.00 + VAT (£329.00)
Includes tuition, course notes,
refreshments and lunch