ABSTRACT:
This article outlines the veterinary nurse's role in dealing with a dyspnoeic cat that is brought into the veterinary practice. It covers a discussion of emergency triage, oxygen delivery methods and stabilisation.
Acknowledgements
Many thanks to Suzanne Rudd, Dip AVN (Medical) RVN for her help, Lucy Turner for her amazing cat handling skills, and Maisy for being the best cat in the world!
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Amy Andrews
Amy Andrews Dip AVN (Small Animal) RVN
Amy has worked as a veterinary nurse since 1997, gaining her VN qualification in 2000 and a Dip AVN in 2010. She has experience of working in mixed, small animal and referral practices, a university and at an emergency night clinic. Amy's main interest is feline medical nursing and she is currently on maternity leave.