VTMED 5703 - Veterinary Practice: Communication Skills (Foundation Course VIIc)

Spring. 1 credit. Letter grades only.

Prerequisite: VTMED 5702. Course fee: for course guide. Enrollment limited to: first-year veterinary students. Live animals used in course instruction.

J. Morrisey, C. McDaniel, staff.

This lecture-based course introduces students to medical record keeping and to the communication skills and techniques necessary for effective communication with clients. In addition, students participate in communication exercises working with actors (simulated clients).The laboratory portion of the course includes clinical skills labs in which students are introduced to basic procedures including IV, SQ and IM injection performed on small animals, cows, and horses.