Approach to the Patient with Gastrointestinal Disease

A six week online tutored CPD course with Nicola Read and Gina Parkes

In recent years there has been a marked interest in identifying the causes of gastrointestinal disease in companion animals; the path to diagnosis has progressed with the identification of serological biomarkers and more access to endoscopy within general practice. Novel protein diets have been developed by veterinary food companies resulting in a positive effect on outcome in combination with pharmaceuticals for some animals.

The veterinary nurse plays a key role investigation, treatment and client support for these often, chronic cases. Having an enhanced level of knowledge on the pathophysiology and treatment options, together with a firm understanding of the diagnostic process is paramount to patient recovery.

After completing this 6 week online course, the participants will have a greater knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of gastrointestinal disease which they can apply regularly in practice.

Week 1

Diseases of the Upper Gastrointestinal Tract

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Week 2

Diseases of the Lower Gastrointestinal Tract

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Week 3

Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Week 4

Interventional Endoscopy

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Week 5

Nursing Patients with Gastrointestinal Disease

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Week 6

Enteropathy Therapeutics and Nutrition

Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:

Online CPD for Vet Nurses

Excel CPD specialises in providing online CPD for veterinary nurses and technicians all over the globe. Our courses are also fully approved by AVNAT for our nursing colleagues in Australia and New Zealand.

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