Roles Of The Veterinary Practice Team Flashcards
What does RCVS stand for?
The Royal College Of Veterinary Surgeons
What act governs veterinary surgery?
The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966
What is the definition of Veterinary Surgery?
The art and science of veterinary surgery and medicine
What can a veterinary surgeon do?
- diagnose
- advise
- medical and surgical treatment
What was brought into The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 in 2002 to increase the involvement of veterinary nurses?
Schedule 3
True or false: a veterinary nurse may administer any medical treatment or minor surgery (not involving entry into a body cavity) under veterinary direction.
True
Who is the Patron Saint of Veterinary Nursing?
St Francis of Assisi
What is an SQP?
Suitably Qualified Person - entitled to prescribe and/or supply certain medicines
What is a para-veterinarian?
an individual with specialised knowledge training and experience in a particular specialised aspect of veterinary work, who are trained to assist professionals but are not professionals
Give two examples of veterinary lay staff
- receptionists
- veterinary care assistants
What are the day one skills and compentencies?
A list of benchmark and essential clinical skills developed and reviewed by the rcvs
What does fitness to practice mean?
demonstrating professionalism in professional and private life
