The Case of the Yellow Dog: A Coagulopathic Crisis from Copper Toxicosis

In this lecture, we'll go over various aspects of a single case from beginning to end.
First, the case is presented in detail along with a variety of nursing management
concerns for the learner to consider. Then, we dive deeper into nursing
management perspectives and evaluate the case from a Morbidity and Mortality
Rounds perspective. What went right? What went wrong? What would you do
different considering the medical evidence available today? We will review pertinent
pathophysiology of disease, shock syndromes, and advanced sequela relative to this
case. Keep in mind this case is based on a real patient from years ago, yet still has
intense learning opportunities with a few treatment options that vary
today in light of new, available medical evidence. We will dive into the details of this
very intense, critical case and provide a look into advanced nursing management
and care from a Veterinary Technician Specialist's perspective.