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Curricular information is subject to change
On successful completion of this module the student should
1. Understand the basic principles of small and large animal anaesthesia and analgesia;
2. Have knowledge of the basic drugs and equipment required for safe maintenance and monitoring of general anaesthesia and be aware of limitations of such drugs and equipment; and
3. Be aware of the risks associated with veterinary anaesthesia.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 26 |
Tutorial | 4 |
Practical | 12 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 68 |
Total | 110 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Participation in Learning Activities: The practical classes require active participation and discussion in order to familiarise yourself with the equipment that will be used day-to-day in veterinary nursing. | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 10 |
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Exam (In-person): The end of semester exam will review all the content of the module. The exam will be presented as case scenarios to maximise your familiarity with the subject in a practical way. | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | Yes | 50 |
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Group Work Assignment: 6 case studies will be used for groups to present details from initial assessment through to possible complications and recovery from anaesthesia, including use of equipment and demonstrations | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 15 |
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Exam (In-person): Mid-semester exam on content covered until that date - lectures/tutorials/practicals 1 to 12 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 25 |
Remediation Type | Remediation Timing |
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In-Module Resit | Prior to relevant Programme Exam Board |
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Feedback will be provided during lecture after the assessment regarding areas for improvement.
Name | Role |
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Ms Pamela Gillick | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Ms Aisling Judge | Tutor |
Ms Bairbre O'Malley | Tutor |
Ms Fionnuala Quinn | Tutor |
Mr John Wyatt | Tutor |