
Empowering Veterinary Nurses In Orthopaedic Patient Care: From Admission To Discharge
Central CPD


Date: Monday 3rd November, 2025 - Monday 3rd November, 2025
Start time: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Cost: £195
The Venue
This comprehensive course is designed for veterinary nurses, whether they are new to orthopaedic procedures or seeking a refresher, and offers valuable insights and practical skills essential for effective orthopaedic patient care. From initial assessment to post-operative recovery and discharge, you'll gain a thorough understanding of orthopaedic surgical nursing, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
The course will also cover effective communication strategies and give you the tools to feel prepared when working with travelling orthopaedic surgeons, ensuring seamless collaboration and the prioritisation of patient welfare.
Topics to be covered include:
Introduction to orthopaedic patients and common conditions encountered in general practice
Theatre set up and specific considerations for orthopaedic procedures
Pre-operative care essentials, including anaesthetic assessment and patient preparation
Anaesthetic considerations and patient monitoring techniques
Post-operative care and discharge instructions for orthopaedic patients
Peripatetic orthopaedic surgeons, including preparation for their arrival and communication
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
7 hours
Registration and Booking
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