Page 1 of 5. VETS S7020: Clinical Pathology. Credits: 7.5. Valid From: Semester /16 ( September 2015 )

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1 Full Title: Clinical Module Code: VETS S7020 Credits: 7.5 Valid From: Semester /16 ( September 2015 ) Module Delivered in 1 programme(s) Module Description: This module aims to give the student in depth knowledge of the principles & practice of laboratory testing as well as an introduction to pathology & disease. Learning Outcomes: On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to Accurately and reliably perform a range of common veterinary laboratory tests Evaluate & report the results of laboratory tests. Describe the pathology of common systemic and infectious diseases. Describe the principles of infection, immunology, vaccination, wound healing and inflammation. Appraise scientific evidence and comprehend the basic principles of evidence-based medicine. Page 1 of 5

2 Module Content & Assessment Indicative Content The basic pathology of common systemic diseases & injuries of infectious/zoonotic diseases and the principles of infection control & biosecurity/biocontainment. Toxicology: the identification & veterinary nursing interventions in cases of common animal toxins & poisoning Aseptic technique & the correct collection & handling of blood, tissues and other body fluid samples The safe packaging & dispatch of biological specimens to outside reference laboratories. The principles and practise of haematology, biochemistry and serological testing Performance of common laboratory tests, such as blood smears, cytology, microscopy and urinalysis. Post-mortem samples and necropsy Assessment Breakdown % Course Work 50.00% End of Module Formal Examination 50.00% Full Time Course Work Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Out Of Pass Assessment Date Duration Written Report Practical class write ups and a practical skills assessment at the end of the semester. The write ups are designed to assess the students' understanding of the techniques they are performing in class. The practical skills examination tests their ability to perform analyses competently and introduces them to an OSCE-type examination situation. 1, Every 0 No Project No Practical End of Module Formal Examination Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Out Of Pass Assessment Date Duration Formal Exam End-of-Semester Final Examination 2,3, End-of-Semester 0 Page 2 of 5

3 Reassessment Requirement A repeat examination Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element. Reassessment Description If a student does not attend the practical classes they will have to repeat-attend the module. DKIT reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment Page 3 of 5

4 Module Workload & Resources Workload: Full Time Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average ly Learner Workload Lecture No Description 5.00 Every 5.00 Practical Sample collection and handling. Laboratory units, reference ranges, interpretation and reporting of results. Blood smears, haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis, cytology. Correct use and maintenance of laboratory equipment. Hygienic sample handling and disposal. ELISA and FAT test kits. Packaging of samples for external laboratories Every 3.00 Directed Reading Relevant resources are provided on Moodle Every Independent Study No Description 3.00 Every Total ly Learner Workload Total ly Contact Hours 8.00 This course has no Part Time workload. Page 4 of 5

5 Resources Recommended Book Resources Hendrix 2007, Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians, 5th ed. Ed., Mosby Elsevier [ISBN: ] Aspinall, V. 2008, Clinical Procedures in Veterinary Nursing, 2nd ed. Ed., Elsevier [ISBN: ] McCurnin and Bassert 2014, Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians, 8th ed. Ed., Mosby Elsevier [ISBN: ] Rosenfeld, A.J. 2010, Clinical for the Veterinary Team, Wiley Blackwell [ISBN: ] Voight, G. & Swist, S. 2011, Hematology techniques and concepts for veterinary technicians, 2nd Ed., Wiley Blackwell [ISBN: ] Supplementary Book Resources Gupta, R.C. 2007, Veterinary Toxicology (ebook), Elsevier [ISBN: ] Jackson, M.L. 2007, Veterinary Clinical : An Introduction, Wiley Blackwell [ISBN: ] Viliers, E. and Blackwood, L. 2005, Manual of Clinical, 2nd ed. Ed., BSAVA [ISBN: X] This module does not have any article/paper resources Other Resources Journal: In Practice Journal: Veterinary Nursing Journal Journal: Irish Veterinary Journal Website: IVIS VLE: DkITMoodle: Clinical Link: Library Catalogue Module Delivered in Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery Dk_SVETN_7 Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing 3 Mandatory Page 5 of 5