Canine and Feline Endocrine Nursing
A six week online tutored CPD course with Gina Parkes
Week 1
Canine Hypothyroidism
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Identify the clinical signs of canine hypothyroidism
- Explain the role of hormones in the body
- Explain the relationship between TSH and thyroid hormones
- Describe what canine hypothyroidism is and why it occurs
- Describe ways to support the client owning a canine with hypothyroidism
Week 2
Canine and Feline Diabetes
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Name the 3 types of cell that contribute to the endocrine function of the pancreas
- Name the two main types of insulin used in cats and dogs
- Describe the reason dogs become diabetic
- Describe the reason cats become diabetic
- Explain some differences in the nursing considerations you would give cats compared to dogs and why
Week 3
Feline Acromegaly
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Identify 3 major hormones that are lost when you remove the anterior pituitary gland
- Explain how feline hypersomatotropism occurs
- Discuss how excess growth hormone results in acromegaly
- Explain the nursing considerations for a hypophysectomy patient
- Explain the support that a client might need for a cat with FeHS
Week
Feline Hyperthyroidism
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Discuss the clinical signs that a hyperthyroid cat might present with
- Explain the effects of too much thyroid hormone on the body
- Demonstrate an understanding of the treatment options available for the disease in order to support the client with the hyperthyroid cat
- Describe the most commonly used test to diagnose feline hyperthyroidism and what that test is measuring
- Explain the difference between free T4 and total T4
Week 5
Canine Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease)
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Explain the reasons why canine hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) occur
- Identify the clinical signs associated with a canine HAC patient
- Discuss some of the common tests available for HAC and the reasons for their use
- Identify 3 main forms of treatment for the canine HAC patient
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nursing considerations for the patient with HAC
Week 6
Canine Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s Disease)
Learning objectives:
By the end of this week, delegates should be able to:
- Explain the causes of canine hypoadrenocorticism
- Identify some of the clinical signs that a patient may present with and why
- Discuss the treatment options available to the client with the hypoadrenocorticism pet
- Demonstrate an understanding of the nursing considerations for a canine with hypoadrenocorticism
- Name some of the tests that a vet may ask you to carry out on the suspected hypoadrenocorticism patient and discuss why they may be required
CPD Course Content
Modules
Status
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Welcome
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Week 1 - Canine Hypothyroidism Available on: 05/02/2024 12:00 am
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Week 2 - Canine and Feline Diabetes Available on: 12/02/2024 12:00 am
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Week 3 - Feline Hypersomatotropism Available on: 19/02/2024 12:00 am
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Week 4 - Feline Hyperthyroidism Available on: 26/02/2024 12:00 am
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Week 5 - Canine Hyperadrenocorticism Available on: 04/03/2024 12:00 am
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Week 6 - Canine Hypoadrenocorticism Available on: 11/03/2024 12:00 am
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