CE Type: Live Webinar or Self Study Course

Tuition: drip.vet - $35.00

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Instructor: Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, Vet Tech Specialist (Anesthesia & Analgesia, Surgery)

Identifying the symptoms of pain in dogs and cats is an important but oftentimes difficult part of a veterinary technician’s job. Furthermore, differentiating acute pain signs from fear, anxiety and stress (FAS) can be perplexing to even the most astute observers. We’ll explore the pros and cons of a variety of pain scoring tools for both acute and chronic pain. Interpreting body language as it relates to pain versus FAS will also be discussed.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of the course, the participant should be able to

• Differentiate the body language of FAS vs pain in dogs and cats.
• Describe the limitations associated with pain scoring methods in dogs and cats.
• Describe the value of a validated pain scoring method for both acute and chronic pain.