Professionalism and Code of Conduct Flashcards
What makes someone a Registered Veterinary Nurse?
a person who’s name is entered in the List of Veterinary Nursing maintained by RCVS
What is the name of the act which governs what procedures a veterinary nurse can perform?
Schedule 3 of veterinary surgeons act (1966)
When may a veterinary nurse undertake any medical treatment/minor surgery (not involving entry into body cavity)?
at direction of VS who the animal is under the care of
VS is the employer/acts as the employer within the practice
VS is satisfied that the VN is qualified
What does direction mean in terms of Schedule 3?
given instruction but the giver of instruction is not necessarily present
What does supervision mean in terms of Schedule 3?
VS is present on premises and able to assist if necessary
What does direct and continuous supervision mean in terms of Schedule 3?
VS is present during procedure and gives RVN supervision
What makes someone a student Veterinary Nurse?
person enrolled for the purpose of undergoing training as a VN at an approved centre or practise
When may a student veterinary nurse undertake any medical treatment/minor surgery (not involving entry into body cavity)?
all carried out under direction or VS and in the course of training
treatment/surgery is supervised by VS or VN and in the case of surgery supervision is direct, continuous and personal
registered VS is employer or acting on behalf of employer of SVN
What are the professional qualities of a veterinary nurse?
professional competence, honesty and integrity, independence and impartiality, client confidentiality and trust, professional accountability
When is a person classed as a student veterinary nurse?
when they are actively training, enrolled with the RCVS, enrolled with a centre or university
When does schedule 3 apply to student veterinary nurses?
when they are working within their own training practice
Can vaccines be completed by veterinary nurses?
First vaccine can be done by VN/SVN only after exam by vet and under their direction Second vaccine (including admission) can be completed by VN or SVN if authorised at the time of the first vaccine by vet
Can VN undertake induction of anesthesia?
yes under direction of vet
Can VN administer incremental medicine to induce/maintain anesthesia?
no, only done by vet
Can VN maintain anesthesia?
yes, vet is responsible but qualified person may assist or act as hands (eg VN or SVN)
