Learning objectives
Obtain an accurate and relevant history of the individual animal or animal group, and its/their environment. Recognising physiological and pathological clinical findings during physical examination. Collect, preserve and transport samples, select appropriate diagnostic tests, interpret and understand the limitations of the test results.
Communicate effectively with clients, the public, professional colleagues and responsible authorities, using language appropriate to the audience concerned
Prerequisites
Knowledge on how to handle and restrain animal patients safely and with respect of the animal. Knowledge of normal Anatomy and Physiology
Course unit content
Students are provided with theoretical and practical instruction in the performance of anamnestic collection and physical examination in different species of veterinary interest. How to set up the clinical decision-making process is illustrated.
Theoretical and practical knowledge is provided regarding the collection of samples to be sent to the laboratory, the choice of the most appropriate tests and the interpretation of results.
Full programme
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Bibliography
P. Ciaramella. Semeiologia Clinica Veterinaria. Poletto editore 2023.
Paltrinieri et al. Patologia clinica del cane e del gatto. Approccio pratico alla diagnostica di laboratorio. Elsevier-Masson, 2010
Teaching methods
Socratic heuristic lectures, practical exercises, in-depth seminars
Assessment methods and criteria
Written test (MCQs), practical examination on animal or model.
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