Professional Conduct

Question 1

When is the veterinary surgeons act?

Answer 1

1966

Question 2

What is the purpose of the veterinary surgeons act?

Answer 2

Regulation - education/registration/conduct
Defines who can treat animals
Protect public interest

Question 3

What are the 5 points of the Code of professional conduct?

Answer 3

Professional competence
Honesty and integrity
Independence and impartiality 
Client confidentiality trust
Professional accountability

Question 4

Who is responsible for the care of animals?

Answer 4

Animals
Clients
Public
Profession
Vet team
RCVS

Question 5

What are the 3 stages of complaints to the RCVS?

Answer 5

Case examiner group
Preliminary investigation committee
Disciplinary committee - court

Question 6

If guilty, what can be the consequence of a complaint that reaches the disciplinary committee?

Answer 6

Suspended
Removed from register
Formal reprimand

Question 7

What is the name of the consultation structure model?

Answer 7

Calgary-Cambridge model

Question 8

What happens throughout the Calgary-Cambridge model?

Answer 8

Provide structure
Observe
Build relationship with client

Question 9

What is the order of the Calgary-Cambridge consultation structure?

Answer 9

Preparation
Initiation
Gathering information
Physical examination
Explaining and planning
Closing the consultation