Posts by "The Improve Team"

Video: How to perform a gastrotomy surgery

Gastrotomy is a common surgical procedure in small animal practice, often utilised for foreign body ...

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5 min video

Video: How to place a naso-oesophageal or naso-gastric feeding tube

Placement of a naso-oesophageal (N-O) feeding tube or naso-gastric (N-G) feeding tube is well tolera...

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5 min video

Pocket Guide: Dental Nerve Blocks

In small animal practice, dental procedures are incredibly common, but local anaesthetics are not us...

5 Ways to Make Your Practice Low Stress & Fear Free 

As vets and nurses, none of us want our patients to be stressed. Not only is it not nice for the ani...

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10 min read

One team, many minds: neurodiversity in veterinary practice

Every veterinary practice relies on teamwork. Whether you're in the consult room, the theatre, or be...

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8 min read

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Improving anaesthesia for veterinary nurses: 5 tips to enhance patient safety

Anaesthesia is a vital part of veterinary care, and veterinary nurses play a key role in ensuring pr...

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14 min read

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Video: How to perform an advancement flap for large skin defects

Advancement flaps (sometimes called 'single pedicle advancement flaps') are a useful surgical techni...

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5 min video

When calling in sick is necessary: Self-care in veterinary practice

As a vet or nurse, there’s immense pressure to show up for work, no matter the circumstances. In fac...

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6 min read

Navigating the festive season - a guide to managing mental health at Christmas

The Christmas season is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, fo...

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5 min read

Pancreatitis: first steps and dietary essentials...

Pancreatic disorders are commonly seen in clinical practice, with pancreatitis the most common disea...

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11 min read

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