VSPN Mobile
Several of you have already been using your mobile devices to access VSPN. For those of you that aren’t here are some tools for mobile devices for VSPN.

Welcome

• Stautzenberger College Veterinary Technology Program in Brecksville, Ohio

1. Ventilation for lung lobectomy patient
2. Behavior with babies
3. Cells on free-catch urinalysis
4. Feline dental case
5. Coupage for pneumonia patients
6. Missing Duragesic patch
7. Vitamin C for Guinea pig
8. Feline emesis induction
9. Feline ACL rupture repair
10. Clipping accidents
11. Calves in research
12. Equine blood typing
13. Protein losing nephropathy
14. SVPMEDS pharmacy
15. Upset client
16. Maintenance for autoclaves
17. Weather effecting clients
18. Technician contract for employment
19. Relief assistant
20. VTNE exam results
21. Good Samaritan laws

FROM THE VIN NEWS SERVICE:

• Immiticide supplies run dry
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VSPN CE Course Catalog
See what's on our schedule!
Open for enrollment!

Nutrition Basics for the Canine and Feline

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For more on how online CE works see the VSPN Participant Resources Center

Note: All courses are submitted for approval for continuing education credits in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VSPN CE at for further information. (Attendees are encouraged to check with their licensing jurisdiction(s) for information regarding recognition by their board).

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Friday Rounds
Friday, August 12, 2011; 10pm ET (USA)
Friday Rounds: Mark will be here to lead a discussion on Public Relations and Outreach.

Emergency Rounds
Friday, August 19, 2011; 10pm ET (USA)
Emergency Rounds: She’s back! Brandy brings you a mystery case to discuss.

FVTA Meeting
Thursday, August 25, 2011; 8pm ET (USA)
FVTA (Florida) Meeting: General membership meeting for all Floridians in the VSPN Meeting Room

Coming Up
Friday, August 26, 2011; 10pm ET (USA)
Friday Open Chat: Welcome Brandy T. as your host and unwind from the week.

Sunday, August 28, 2011; 8 pm MT (USA)
WyVTA (Wyoming) Meeting: General membership meeting for all Wyomingites in the VSPN Meeting Room

Web Site of the Week
Chemical Hazards Emergency Medical Management

Abstract of the Week
CHOP chemotherapy for the treatment of canine multicentric T-cell lymphoma.

Book Reviews
Saunders Handbook of Veterinary Drugs, Third Edition
VSPN Review by Oreta M. Samples, VT, MPH, DHSc

Recent Handouts/Rounds Highlights

• Using the Nursing Process and Protocols to Improve Efficiency, Job Satisfaction and Patient Care
• Should my practice have an online store?
• Technician or nurse – how do you view yourself?

Available in the VIN Store:

• VSPN Notebook(R) Version 3.0 Supplement
• VSPN Notebook(R) Version 3.0 PLUS the 3.0 Supplement
• VIN Store certificates (perfect for any student or colleague!)
• VT VSPN logo window slick decal (FREE) - a great way to show off your dedication!

And FREE to all VIN/VSPN member clinics:

• VSPN client brochure – trifold
• VIN client brochure – trifold
• VSPN insert to slip inside the VIN client brochure

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