Publications by authors named "P V M Steagall"
Effects of training on Feline Grimace Scale scoring for acute pain assessment in cats.
J Feline Med Surg
October 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess how training impacts the consistency and agreement of small animal veterinarians when using the Feline Grimace Scale (FGS) to score cat pain.
- Seven veterinarians evaluated 50 images of cats before and after receiving training, with their scores compared to an expert rater to determine inter-rater reliability.
- Results showed improved reliability after training, with scores classified as moderate to good, indicating that the training effectively enhanced the veterinarians' abilities to assess cat pain accurately.
Article Synopsis
- The project aimed to create an accessible video resource showcasing acute pain behaviors in cats for veterinary training.
- The database included 60 hours of ethically recorded videos featuring cats at various pain levels, types, and demographic factors, selected based on a specific ethogram.
- A total of 24 edited videos highlighting defined pain behaviors were shared on an open-access platform to enhance the training of veterinary professionals and improve understanding of feline health and behavior.
The Calgary-Cambridge Guide is a widely recognised framework for teaching communication skills to healthcare professionals that has become a cornerstone of communication training programs in medicine and other healthcare fields. In the context of veterinary medicine, its integration into communication training programs has become an asset improving communication, education, interaction, and quality of service, enhancing the veterinary-client-patient relationship (VCPR). In veterinary medicine, however, a more challenging consultation dynamic involves the veterinarian, the owner, and the animal.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSmall animal caregivers' perceptions and previous life experiences play a pivotal role in patient care, making effective communication fundamental within the veterinary business. Despite the large and growing scale of the pet industry, data on small animal client-centered information about veterinary services in Mainland China (MC) and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) China are lacking. The objective of this study was to investigate the perceptions and opinions of small animal caregivers about surgery, pain management, and anesthesia in dogs and cats in these geographical regions through a validated online survey using content validity index.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPractical Relevance: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are widely used and are effective for the management of pain in cats. These Guidelines will support veterinarians in decision-making around prescribing NSAIDs in situations of chronic pain, to minimise adverse effects and optimise pain management. Information is provided on mechanism of action, indications for use, screening prior to prescription, use in the presence of comorbidities, monitoring of efficacy, and avoidance and management of adverse effects.
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