Role of members of the veterinary team Flashcards
What year was the veterinary surgeons act introduced?
1966
Define acts of veterinary surgery
- The diagnosis of disease in, and injury to, animals including tests performed on animals for diagnosis.
- The giving of advice based on the diagnosis
- The medical or surgical treatment of animals
- The performance of surgical operations on animals
Who may become a MsRCVS?
Only persons who old a recognised veterinary science degree
Which section of the veterinary surgeons act states the exceptions to the act?
Section 19
What is the name of the exemption order to the veterinary surgeons act?
The Schedule 3 amendment order 2002
What year was the schedule 3 amendment order introduced?
2002
What can RVNs do under schedule 3?
- Administer first aid and look after animals in a way that does not involve acts of veterinary surgery
- Administer medical treatment or carry out minor surgery (not involving entry into a body cavity)
What species can a RVN not administer medication to or carry out minor surgery on?
Equine, wild or farm animals.
What species can a EVN administer medication to and perform minor surgery on?
Horses, zebra and donkeys
What conditions are in place for an RVN to carry out schedule 3 procedures?
they must be properly trained and competent to do so, fully understand the risks and have the necessary experience and good sense to react should any problems arise
they must be under the direction of a VS who is their employer or acting on the employers behalf.
When may an SVN carry out schedule 3 procedures
Under the direct, continuous and personal supervision of the VS or VN
Who in the veterinary team can make a diagnosis?
Only the veterinary surgeon
Who can give advice on a diagnosis that has been made?
Only the veterinary surgeon
Who in the veterinary team can order diagnostic tests?
Only the veterinary surgeon
Who in the veterinary team can carry out surgery involving entry into a body cavity?
Only the veterinary surgeon
