Introduction to Suturing for RVNs

Wolfe, E. and Marshall, Z. (2017) Introduction to Suturing for RVNs. Introduction to Suturing for RVNs, Glasgow, UK, 14 Jun 2017.

Abstract

This workshop is aimed at veterinary nurses who have little or no practical experience of suturing. During the session participants will be taught correct instrument handling, knot tying, and how to suture using basic suture patterns. By the end of the session, participants should be capable of applying the taught techniques to suture a simple skin incision. ILOs: Demonstrate correct instrument handling. Perform the following suture patterns – Simple Interrupted, Cruciate, Simple Continuous. Tie a Square Knot and a Surgeon’s Knot.

• Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item
• Status: Published
• Refereed: No
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Marshall, Dr Zamantha and Wolfe, Miss Lissann
• Authors: Wolfe, E., and Marshall, Z.
• College/School: College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine