Sentences with phrase «human medications such»

Some human medications such as tylenol (dogs and cats) and asprin (cats) can be highly toxic.

Dr. Sueda also prescribed a psychiatric medication, similar to human medications such as Prozac, for the stressed - out pooch to help her get accustomed to busy streets and loud noises.

Not exact matches

Riordan, Jan and Kathleen Auerbach POCKET GUIDE TO BREASTFEEDING AND HUMAN LACTATION Jones & Bartlett, 2nd ed., 2001 The second edition of this small handbook covers such topics as maternal infections, birth control, breast lumps, and medications.

Assistant robots are designed to help people with everyday tasks, such as dispense dispensing medications, whereas companion robots are designed to support people emotionally, serving as friends or pets, according to the researchers, who report their findings in the current issue of the International Journal of Human - Computer Studies.

Group counseling may not be as effective as some other treatments (such as medication), but for people looking for the human touch, it can be just the thing.

Although there are too many dangerous poisons out there to list them all, some of the more common exposures include chocolate, rodent bait, grapes and raisins, human medications, and overdoses of flavored canine medications such as Rimadyl.

Some human anti-inflammatory medications, such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, can be deadly to canines.

In educating yourself on pain medications for your pets, keep in mind that different types of medications, such as NSAIDs, opioids, and steroids, for example, each work on pain differently in the body, whether it's a human body, a dog body or a cat body.

The cause could have been a common garden plant like lilies or daffodils, a household or automotive fluid, medications, or human foods such as chocolate or garlic.

Other causes of deafness for humans and dogs typically include degenerative nerve damage, tumors or cancers centered in the ears, viral or other infectious diseases, blunt trauma and reactions to toxins or drugs, such as antibiotics or chemotherapy medications.

Chemicals such as antifreeze, insecticides, rat poisons, any human medications or health - care products

Human medications involving prescription and over-the-counter drugs such as painkillers, cold medications, antidepressants and dietary supplements.

There isn't a treatment for this illness, and even though humans get Tamiflu for their flu, no such medication has been developed for dogs.

Some human medications are prescribed such as beta - blockers or diltiazem.

Humans taking a MAOI such as Nardil, Parnate, or Selegiline, or who are diabetic should not administer this medication.

Humans taking MAOI medications such as Parnate, Nardil or selegiline or who are diabetic should use this product with caution and should wash hands thoroughly after applying the collar.

In addition, dogs prone to hyperlipidemia may benefit from the use of human statin medications, such as Lipitor, to control lipid levels.

In your house, items such as human medications, poisonous plants and flowers, string, yarn, rubber bands and dental floss are are potential hazards.

Veterinarians have been trained to look out for these mental and emotional stresses, and dog versions of human anti-anxiety medications such as Xanax are available for prescription.

Job Description: • Represents the Kansas City Pet Project in a professional, polite and enthusiastic manner • Assists the veterinarians on a daily basis with preparing surgery patients, health assessments, and treatments of animals • Assist in medical rounds with Shelter Veterinarians or identifying animals that need to be seen by a Shelter Veterinarian • Administer medications to both cats and dogs in accordance with veterinarian's prescribed doses and ensure all treatment protocols prescribed for sick / injured animals are performed timely, safely, and humanely • Responsible for following best practices for sanitation protocols in all veterinary clinic and isolation areas to reduce / eliminate disease transmission • Input all medical notes, health assessments, vaccinations, surgeries, treatments, etc., into PetPoint • Provides support for other departments, such as Intake, Foster, Placement & Transport, or Adoptions by assisting as needed for vaccinations, deworming, blood draws, etc. • Prepares and sanitizes surgical instruments / packs each day to ensure packs are ready for use the following day • Assists with discharging animals to the public post-surgery or following up with sick pet appointments, explaining any medical issues, medications, after care instructions, etc. • Ensures adequate medical supplies and medications are available and reports any shortages to Vet Clinic Manager • Enforces and maintain KCPP safety and cleanliness, and all health and security rules and procedures • Follows disease prevention procedures and completes cleaning of veterinary clinic areas daily and ongoing throughout the day to decrease biological risks to humans and other animals • Care, feed, and safely handle animals to avoid injury to persons / animals • Properly store and maintain inventory of medical supplies, including Schedule II narcotics • Performs laboratory analysis techniques to assist Shelter Veterinarians • Reads, understand, interpret, and apply department policies and procedures • Prepares reports and other written materials in a logical, concise, and accurate manner • Functions calmly in situations that require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy • Communicates effectively with a variety of individuals representing diverse cultures and backgrounds and function calmly in all situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact and diplomacy • Treats employees, representatives of outside agencies, volunteers, and members of the public with courtesy and respect • Provides prompt, efficient and responsive service for all phone calls forwarded to the Vet Clinic.

Ingestion of a possible toxin, such as antifreeze (ethelene glycol), rat poison, human medications or a toxic plant.

Treatment for high blood pressure consists of prescription medication that is similar to the types used in humans such as atenolol.

Oral drugs for humans (hypoglycemic medications) such as glipizide rarely work in controlling diabetes in cats.

Like their human counterparts, side effects for dogs from such medications can cause further complications.

Do not give any additional pain medications for humans (such as aspirin, Tylenol or ibuprofen) or any additional pain medications for dogs without consulting a veterinarian.

Do not give any additional pain medications for humans (such as aspirin, Tylenol or ibuprofen) or any additional pain medications for cats without consulting a veterinarian.

Note: Never give your dog human pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), which can be toxic to dogs.

Some of the most common pet toxins include veterinary and human medications, rodenticide, slug and snail bait, antifreeze, chocolate, marijuana, xylitol and plants such as the Sago Palm.

Under these circumstances, veterinarians may turn to such medications as acepromazine - a medication similar to chlorpromazine, the first antipsychotic widely used in humans - to help sedate aggressive pets.

Like the human flu, treatment consists mostly of supportive care, such as medication or IV fluids, while the virus runs its course.

Some veterinarians may also give oseltamivir (such as over-the-counter Tamiflu ® for humans) in the thoughts that this medication may fight off the parvovirus directly; however, the benefits of oseltamivir in parvo puppies is inconclusive.

Poisoning (such as antifreeze ingestion, getting into human medications, or lily plant ingestion for cats)

• Human medications, including over-the-counter (OTC), such as acetaminophen and ibuprofen, and prescription medications, such as antidepressants.

Like human medications popular dog medications, such as flea and tick preventatives, are full of strange chemicals that could have potentially harmful side effects.

Indoor hazards may be less obvious but they do exist, for example: household chemicals, human medications, eating dangerous objects (elastic bands, needle - and - thread), pull - string blinds, electrical wires, crush injuries from toppled items such as stepladders, caught in slammed doors.

Similarities between canine compulsive behaviours and their human analogues include repetitive nature, early - onset and response to medication such as serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).

In qualitative research, she has used primarily in - depth interviewing and focus group methods to examine how social context influences the meaning of human phenomenon such as illness, disability, health, work and non-work, poverty, social support, and medication use.

7/2011 to Present Benchmark Human Services, Nantucket, MA Behavior Analyst • Interview patients regarding their present, past and future aspirations in a bid to understand their motivations • Take notes to refer to during the assessment period • Measure specific influences such as environment and family life to determine cause of behavioral problems • Create psychological profiles for each patient to determine extent of behavior problems • Devise and implement programs to address behavior problems • Act as part of a coordinated care team to provide oral medication to patients • Monitor patients» progress and note down any significant changes for better or worse • Assist patients with chemical dependency issues to come to terms with their addiction through counseling services • Provide a one - on - one to patients with criminal backgrounds • Assist crime investigations by creating psychological profiles of criminals to determine motive and mode of operation

You will learn medical terminology, medical office practices, human anatomy, patient care techniques (such as taking vital signs and performing minor procedures), medication administration and basic health care law and ethics.

• Demonstrated expertise in monitoring patients» post-surgical vital signs to ensure their stability and wellbeing • Deep insight into operating equipment such as cardiac monitors and pulse oximeters and quickly diagnosing problems and responding promptly • Proficient in handling pain management by ensuring a thorough comprehension of pain medications and safe ways of administering them • Adept at handling patient - controlled analgesia pumps and IVs and epidural anesthesia to ensure patient comfort • Qualified to monitor patients for adverse reactions to anesthesia and pain management medications by employing deep insight into anesthesia and how it affects the human body • Hands - on experience in handling critical care procedures post-surgery to ensure increased patient safety and comfort • Proven ability to manage post-operative pain by administering pain medication and assisting patients recover from the effects of anesthesia • Competent at handling patients with post-operative nausea and vomiting by ensuring that steps are taken to ward off respiratory pneumonia and other life threatening conditions • Unmatched ability to assess patients» conditions in post-surgical environments and implement post-surgical treatment plans to ensure increased chances of patient recovery and comfort