ABSTRACT: Providing nutrition to patients following surgery is often within the remit of the veterinary nurse, and it is important to understand the role of nutrition as well as when and what to feed. A patient’s cardiovascular system should be stable and any pain must be controlled, after which nutrition must be addressed, as this plays an important part in the recovery process. Particular attention should be paid to nutritional assessment and the creation of a tailored feeding plan. Regular monitoring allows for adaptations to be made to ensure that the patient receives optimal nutrition, not only during hospitalisation, but also once discharged.

Author

Sarah Collins DipAVN (Medical) RVN VTS (ECC) Cert SAN Cert CFVHNut

Sarah qualified as a veterinary nurse in 1995. Following 11 years in first opinion/ referral practice, Sarah moved to the University of Bristol to work in the intensive care unit. During her seven years in this role, Sarah obtained both the Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Nursing (Medical) and the Veterinary Technician Specialist in Emergency and Critical Care qualifications. Sarah now works for Royal Canin® as a Veterinary Marketing Executive.

Email: Sarah.collins@effem.com

To cite this article: Veterinary Nursing Journal • VOL 31 (08) • August 2016 pp233-236

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