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Diagnostic Test for IMHA - Saline Agglutination Test
Liv, Emergency Veterinary Assistant 3, demonstrates how to perform a saline agglutination test to help diagnose IMHA (immune-mediated hemolytic anemia) in a dog named Quinn. She explains the steps of the test and how clumping of red blood cells…
Pre Surgery Safety Check
Dr. Andrea Sundholm and her veterinary team demonstrate a surgical safety checklist prior to a CT scan for a dog. The checklist covers team introductions, consent confirmation, anesthesia precautions, CPR status, zoonotic risks, and patient-specific…
Physical Exam on a Canine
Dr. Halverson, DVM, demonstrates a comprehensive physical exam, emphasizing consistency and thoroughness in technique. The exam covers everything from behavior and vital signs to nose-to-tail palpation, auscultation, neurologic evaluation, and gait…
Reading a Blood Smear Slide
Matthew Floding, CVT, demonstrates how to properly evaluate a blood smear under a microscope, including steps for platelet estimation, differential white blood cell counting, and assessing cell morphology. The video also covers microscope care, such…
Dying a Blood Smear Slide
Matthew Floding, CVT, demonstrates how to properly stain a blood smear slide using a series of dyes and careful technique to ensure even coverage. The process includes using fixative and stain dips, rinsing with water, and allowing the slide to air…
Creating a Blood Smear Slide
Matthew Floding, CVT, demonstrates how to perform a blood smear, a technique used to evaluate blood cells under a microscope. He walks through proper sample handling, slide preparation, and the technique for spreading the blood to create an ideal…
Cisternal Tap Positioning and Preparation
Courtney Menke, CVT, walks us through the preparation and positioning process for a cisternal cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) tap, a delicate neurological procedure used to collect spinal fluid from the neck. She explains the sterile setup, restraint…
Debrief After a Code
Brie Homa, CVT, explains the importance of conducting a post-code debrief after emergency situations. She outlines the structure of an effective debrief, emphasizing communication, equipment evaluation, team feedback, and creating a supportive…
Cleaning the Autoclave
Mars Zackery, Surgery VA1, demonstrates the step-by-step process for properly cleaning an autoclave, including draining, refilling, and wiping down all components with distilled water. The thorough cleaning ensures the autoclave is safe, functional,…
Intradermal Local Block on a Partial Wound Dehisence
Maina Pudlo, CVT, walks through the process of performing a wound clean and closure for a patient with incision separation following JP drain removal. She demonstrates the use of local anesthesia, including an intradermal block and splash block with…