Effects of an optional clinical skills laboratory on surgical performance of third-year veterinary students

Zeugschmidt, Eryn L.; Farnsworth, Chelsea H.; Carroll, Hillary S.; Lucia, Tomasina A.; Hinckley, Michael M.; Gay, John; Cary, Julie A.

doi:10.2460/javma.248.6.630

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“…The main problems facing newly-graduated veterinary surgeons are a lack of confidence and competence in basic skills, thus leading to the possibility of stressful initiations to their professional careers (Bowlt et al, 2011). The OVH is an excellent teaching procedure for veterinary students (Zeugschmidt et al, 2016) due to its surgical complexity that requires basic knowledge about abdominal cavity anatomy, anaesthesia, antisepsis procedures, surgical instruments, suturing and surgical handling (Fossum., 2007). However, many veterinary medicine students (Langebaek et al, 2012) find the OVH surgical procedure to be challenging and stressful due to lack of self-confidence and experience.…”

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Effects of Surgical Skills of Veterinary Medicine Students on Postoperative Stress, Oxidative Stress and Pain in Bitches Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy

Can¹,

Yilmaz²

2021

Kocatepe Veterinary Journal

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This study was designed to demonstrate the effects of surgical skills of final-year veterinary medicine students relating to total surgery time and skin incision length on postoperative stress, oxidative stress and pain in bitches undergoing ovariohysterectomy under identical anaesthesia and surgical procedures. The control group (n=12) consisted of bitches that were operated on by an experienced surgeon, while the ovariohysterectomies in the experiment group (n=12) were performed by final-year veterinary medicine students. Blood samples were taken 24 hours before the surgery, during premedication, at the end of surgery and 30 minutes, 1, 2, 4 and 6 hours after surgery for the analysis of cortisol, total oxidant status (TOS), total antioxidant status (TAS) and for the calculation of the oxidative stress index (OSI). Modified Melbourne Pain Scale was used for pain assessment. It was observed that the total surgery time and length of skin incision in the experiment group were significantly higher (p<0.001) than those detected in the control group. The concentrations of cortisol were statistically higher (p<0.001) in the experiment group than those measured in the control group, apart from the concentrations measured at 24 hours before surgery. The concentrations of TOS and TAS did not show any significant differences within and between groups. Similarly, OSI did not differ within groups. However, OSI values at premedication time in the experiment group were statistically higher (p<0.05) than those calculated in the control group. Pain scores did not differ within and between groups. In conclusion, it is indicated that the blood cortisol concentrations tend to increase due to the surgery time or the length of skin incision. Moreover, ovariohysterectomies may be safely performed by final-year veterinary medicine students without any postoperative pain.

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Effects of Surgical Skills of Veterinary Medicine Students on Postoperative Stress, Oxidative Stress and Pain in Bitches Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy

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Yilmaz²

2021

Kocatepe Veterinary Journal

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“…Veterinary medicine faces numerous challenges in surgical and technical skills training, including allocation of limited resources . Expansion of medical knowledge has resulted in increased lecture time to the detriment of laboratory and technical teaching time .…”

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“…Content expansion may also lead students to spend more time studying, decreasing discretionary time and energy available to learn technical skills informally. Renewed efforts to advance surgical education within the veterinary curriculum have shown promise . Practicing surgical skills on models and cadavers in a laboratory setting can enhance skills .…”

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Evaluation of peer teaching and deliberate practice to teach veterinary surgery

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Objective: To assess the impact of peer teaching and deliberate practice on surgical skills acquisition and retention in first-and second-year veterinary students. Study design: Randomized, prospective, comparative study. Sample population: Eighteen first-year and 25 second-year students from 1 college of veterinary medicine who had previously demonstrated proficiency in basic surgical skills. Methods: Forty-three participants were divided into 3 groups: the test group (group A, n = 15), who participated in a structured peer-assisted learning program using deliberate practice; the time-practice control group (group B, n = 15), who participated in an unstructured peer-supported environment; and the assessmentonly control group (group C, n = 13), who participated in the assessments. Participants performed a subcutaneous mass removal on a cadaver model and were assessed via a global rating system. Three assessment points were evaluated: pretraining, immediate posttraining, and retention. Results: The number of participants who achieved acceptable or excellent grand total scores in group A increased after training. Among all participants, 22% in group A, 35% in group B, and 38% in group C did not achieve an acceptable total score at the retention assessment. Conclusion: The study population improved in skill level and retention through the use of standardized video and peer instruction with attention to effective learning strategies, particularly deliberate practice. Clinical significance: Use and enhancement of the format introduced in this study could augment veterinary surgical education.

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“…Developing competency in surgical skills is a key focus in undergraduate veterinary education; with statements of surgical skills outcomes included in a number of professional competency frameworks 1,2 . In many modern veterinary curricular, opportunities for students to develop their skills in simulated environments in earlier parts of veterinary curricular have been successful in preparing students for performing surgical procedures under supervision in real patients during the later parts of the programme [3][4][5][6][7] . Although the ability to gain experience of surgery in live animals is often considered vital for appreciation of the intricacies of issue handling and surgical decision making 3,8 ; provision of adequate surgical opportunities in real patients represents a real challenge for veterinary educators 8,9 .…”

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Rabbit Neutering in Primary-Care Education: Insights from a Surgical Clinic

Benato¹,

Hammond²

2018

Journal of Veterinary Medical Education

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Involvement in canine and feline surgical neutering clinics is generally considered to be a key element of primary-care veterinary education, yet opportunities for veterinary students to develop their surgical skills with rabbit patients are uncommon. This is despite the fact that rabbits are currently estimated to be the third most popular companion animal species and the fact that the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) recommends that all non-breeding rabbits be neutered soon after they attain sexual maturity. We describe a pilot rabbit-neutering clinic designed to provide high-quality care for rabbit patients while offering opportunities for undergraduate surgical and case-management skills development. We report on the clinical outcomes for patients. Rates of morbidity (n=18) and mortality (n=1) were low. Of complications reported, the majority (n=16) were considered minor. Challenges included ensuring that staff and students were trained in the specific features of rabbit anesthesia and recovery behavior. We conclude that rabbit surgical clinics offer excellent learning opportunities for undergraduate veterinary students. With prior training in handling and close individual supervision, it is possible to achieve good clinical outcomes and to have a positive impact on the welfare of companion animal populations.

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Effects of an optional clinical skills laboratory on surgical performance of third-year veterinary students

Abstract: Results suggested that attendance in the OCSL sessions was associated with improvements in surgical performance, as reflected in faster total surgery and incision closure times while performing an ovariohysterectomy during the third-year surgery course.

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Effects of Surgical Skills of Veterinary Medicine Students on Postoperative Stress, Oxidative Stress and Pain in Bitches Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy

Effects of Surgical Skills of Veterinary Medicine Students on Postoperative Stress, Oxidative Stress and Pain in Bitches Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy

Evaluation of peer teaching and deliberate practice to teach veterinary surgery

Rabbit Neutering in Primary-Care Education: Insights from a Surgical Clinic

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