Disorders of Large-Animal Neonates

Catalog description

Introductory neonatology course. The emphasis is on the wellness examinations and preventative care for neonatal calves, crias, lambs, kids and foals. Followed by exploration of the medical and surgical problems of neonates with an emphasis on the foal. To provide experiential learning, students sign up for after-hours shifts in the neonatal intensive care unit providing nursing care of hospitalized neonates under staff supervision.