Fluid Therapy: “Eight Questions to Consider”
1.0 CE Credit Hour / Walter Brown, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Walter Brown
Walter L. Brown Jr., BS, RVTg, is a registered veterinary technologist and social media influencer. He combines his background in veterinary medicine with comedy to bring education and relief to veterinary professionals around the world. He has millions of views and continues to create viral content.
In addition to “Skinni Go Live”, he works as a Veterinary Technician Liaison at United Veterinary Care where her creates externship opportunities and develop supplemental learning for supported hospitals. Walter received his veterinary technology degree from Fort Valley State University and was academically trained in emergency and critical care at the University of Georgia's Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Besides social media influencing and education, he is an avid arachnid hobbyist. He enjoys the life stages and development of tarantulas and has a collection with over 10 species!
Overview:
In this lecture, our main focus will be on understanding the principles of fluid therapy and discussing key considerations for formulating and implementing an effective fluid therapy plan.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify shock syndromes and, more importantly, those responsive to fluid therapy.
- Define dehydration.
- Explain the relationship between nutrient oxidation and water production.
- Recognize subtle physical exam findings, such as loss associated with dehydration.
- Interpret urine specific gravity (USG) values in dehydrated dogs and cats.
This course is RACE-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits hours in jurisdictions that accept RACE-approval.
