ABSTRACT: Pain management of veterinary patients is an important role for Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVN); pain has been described as the fourth vital sign and knowledge of the nociceptive mechanisms involved in pain has advanced significantly. Ophthalmic pain is often overlooked by both veterinary professionals and pet owners; the demonstration of ocular pain is species and patient specific and can often be difficult to assess. This article uses two cases studies to discuss pain management options for both acute and chronic ophthalmic pain in canine and feline patients.

Author

Amber Foote FdSc RVN

Amber qualified in 2017 and is currently furthering her qualifications to a BSc (Hons) in Veterinary nursing at Myerscough College. Although she enjoys all aspects of practice, she has a special interest in caring for wildlife, exotic species and medical nursing. Amber is particularly interested in standardising patient care across all species.

Email: amberrosefoote@gmail.com

Keywords: pain management; ophthalmic nursing; acute and chronic pain

To cite this article:  Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 36 (08)• August 2021 pp238-243

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