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one health 7
exam 7
Question | Answer |
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state the AVMA definition of human animal bond | the human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship b/w people and animals that is influenced by behaviors considered essential to heath and well being of both |
describe the current state of research on the human animal bond | many study weaknesses, lack of long term studies, few standardized protocols. ex w/ heart attack patients, elderly medicare patients, HIV pos men. 2011 study shows importance of animal contact in 1st yr of life. |
describe positive and negative sides of the human animal bond | animal hoarding, psychological difficulties when animal dies, |
describe the vet's role in the human animal bond | recognize and actively advocate the value and the potential of the HAB to affect human and animal health and well being at all levels. |
discuss "the link" in the frameworm of the human animal bond | 85% of women and 63% of children seeking shelter from domestic violence report animal abuse in the home. possible reportable issue depending on state |
discuss the term anthropomorphism | giving animals human characteristics. has the possibility to both strengthen and inhibit bond depending on situation. possible to give animal more skills than what is actual |
discuss the term neoteny | retaining baby like conditions as adult. sends endorphins to human brain therefore increases intensity of bond. |
describe the basic elements of the AVMA principles of veterinary medical ethics and the veterinarian oath | 1.animal health, relief of animal suffering, conservation of animal resources, promotion of public health, advancement of med knowledge. many competing interests. 2. 9 guiding principles found in AVMA |
list requirements for a valid veterinary client patient relationship | 1.provide competent clinical care 2.under the terms of the VCPR 3.with compassion and respect for animal welfare and human health |
discuss the scope of TN veterinary practice act and apply the state requirements to clinical practice | 1.see animal w/in last 12 mo or is personally acquainted w/ the keeping /care 2.relationship cannot be maintained or established by telephone or electronic means |
list the multiple entities that regulate the veterinary profession | 1. VMB |
discuss the role of the state veterinary medical boards in veterinary liscensing and practice | VMB in every state that oversees the practice of vet med and decides whether sanctions should be imposed for a violation of the states laws or regulations |
state the elements required to demonstrate veterinary malpractice | professional negligence. only another vet can state whether an act was malpractice |
describe how TN damage awards may be calculated for harm to an animal | 1.fair market value 2.unique or special 3.emotional distress 4.companionship value |
describe how to define the standard of care | determined by vet peers. |
discuss scope of practice and variation b/w states | 1.obtain history 2.physical exam 3.diagnostic 4.treatment 5.follow up 6.informing owner |
name the most common type of damage calculation for an award in a veterinary malpractice case | loss of companionship |
discuss penalties that may be issued by state veterinary medical boards | 1.probation 2.suspension of liscense 3.fines 4.continuing edu 5.mental health exam 6.submit to random facility inspections |
differentiate ordinary negligence from professional negligence | ordinary: jury decides professional: malpractice, vet decides |
describe the basic elements of proper veterinary medical records | clear, legible, retrievable, contain pertinent info. keep for min of 3 yr. separate log for controlled substances.reflect referral of cases or need specialized equipment. |
describe control and ownership of veterinary medical records | info belongs to owner. the physical record including radiographs are owned by vet/practice. |
discuss the legal and ethical issues related to teleheath in TN | have to look at all one health aspects. |
VCPR | 1.vet assumes responsibility for med judgement 2.client has agreed to follow instructions 3.vet personally acquainted w/ keeping/ care of patient 4.vet available for follow up 5.vet arranged for emergency converage 6.vet provide treatment 7.record |
Malpractice: causation | the harm has to be the direct result of the vet actions. the breach of duty directly resulted in the outcome |
malpractice: damages | there must be actual damages for a malpractice action to be successful |