ABSTRACT: Equine wound care can be challenging, time-consuming and expensive for clients. Equine wounds are an all-too-common occurrence in veterinary practice and wounds caused by fencing, wire or trauma, such as a kick from a companion, are regularly seen. As a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) there are many things to consider when treating these patients to encourage optimal healing and a swift return to athletic function. This article contains up- to-date information regarding the correct bandaging of equine patients, including simple hints and tips for a clinically good result.

Author

Marie Claire Rippingale BSc (Hons), REVN, G-SQP, DipHE CVN, DipAVN (Equine), Senior Equine Nurse

Marie has worked in equine practice for 13 years and qualified as an REVN in 2007. In 2012, Marie achieved the Dip AVN (Equine) and was one of the first equine students to complete the course. Marie divides her time between working in practice at Scarsdale Vets and lecturing on the Veterinary Nursing Diploma course at Bottle Green Training in Melbourne, Derby. Marie’s special interests include: bandaging, foal nursing, anesthesia and IV catheter care. Email: mariediddles@googlemail.com

Keywords: Wound care, Equine

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 31 (12) • December 2016 pp368-373

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