Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Health Professions
 
Board
Board of Veterinary Medicine
 
chapter
Regulations Governing the Practice of Veterinary Medicine [18 VAC 150 ‑ 20]
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12/4/20  12:27 pm
Commenter: Anonymous

Against
 

I am against this change. Licensure has ensured the staff member placing the IV catheter has been properly trained and tested to ensure an aseptic, proper placement. Leaving this training to individuals/practices rather than that overseen by the board of Veterinary Medicine opens up the risk of a lower standard of care and potential health risks such as infection, tissue sloughing and vascular damage. 

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