Urine Specific Gravity Test

DoveLewis Technician Connie Christen, CVT, reviews how to complete a urine specific gravity test using a refractometer.

Using a Glucometer

DoveLewis Technician Connie Christensen, CVT, demonstrates how to use a glucometer for measuring blood glucose.

Centesis Equipment Setup and Patient Prep

DoveLewis Technician Assistant Manager Megan Urton demonstrates how to set up for a centesis procedure, such as a thoracocentesis. Megan reviews the equipment and supplies needed, as well as tips for patient preparation.

Sample Preparation for Outside Lab

DoveLewis Urgent Care Assistant Moth Eldritch reviews how to prepare lab samples for evaluation.

ICU Bootcamp: Wound Care and Bandaging

DoveLewis Technician Trainer, Jessica Waters, CVT, reviews bandage care for patients that are hospitalized in the ICU.

ICU Bootcamp: Fluids

DoveLewis Technician Connie Christensen, CVT,  reviews how to provide fluids for patients in the ICU.

ICU Bootcamp: Respiratory Monitoring in the ICU

DoveLewis Director of Patient Care Sarah Harris, CVT, VTS (ECC) discusses what patients are candidates for "respiratory watch" and the importance of thorough monitoring in the ICU.

Administering Subcutaneous Fluids to a Parakeet

DoveLewis Veterinarian Kelly Flaminio, DVM, demonstrates administering subcutaneous fluids to a parakeet.

Tortoise Sedation

DoveLewis Exotics Technician Jamie Michaelis, CVT, demonstrates how to administer a sedative injection to a tortoise.

Preventing the Game of Phones: Increasing the Efficiency and Efficacy of Nursing Rounds in the ICU

As an ICU nurse or technician, the beginning of any shift inevitably begins with nursing rounds or report. While some days are smoother than others, oftentimes, rounds can feel like a never-ending…