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Technician Session

Cardiology

Technician Case Report: Complications Associated with Percutaneous Access of a Canine PDA Closure

Wednesday, June 22, 2022

1:00 PM – 1:25 PM CT

Location: ACC 4ABC

CE: .5

Sponsored by

Primary Presenter(s)

Rhonda Rhines, BS, LVT, CCRP

Licensed Veterinary Technician / Cardiology
Michigan State University Veterinary Medical Center
East Lansing, Michigan, United States

Slides

This cardiology case report highlights a complication that occurred post-op via percutaneous access of a PDA closure. We will go through critical steps of how to avoid this by thorough communication among staff members. Additionally key steps of client communication after care will be covered.

Learning Objectives:

Understand ways to fully utilze a techinican in the Cath Lab.
Identify clinical signs during recovery to help prevent complications.
Understand why communication skills are key to a successful outcome.