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Equine medicine and surgery 400


 
Module code EQM 400
Qualification Undergraduate
Faculty Faculty of Veterinary Science
Module content

Lameness: disorders of the front and hind limb; disorders of the spine; fractures and emergencies; muscular disorders; insurance examinations; identification, diagnosis and treatment of important cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, nervous system, urinary, skin, multi-systemic and respiratory disorders/diseases; hydration status and correction of fluid imbalances; the equine neonate: clinical examination, diagnostic tests and selected disorders. The module includes practical skills training.
Module credits 19.00
NQF Level 08
Prerequisites All the modules of the first, second and third years of the BVSc programme.
Contact time 4 lectures per week for 28 weeks, 5 practical per week for 1 week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Department Companion Animal Clinical Studies
Period of presentation Year
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