Author(s): da Costa, Joana Maria ; Correia Prata, Joana ; Queiroga, Felisbina ; Parrinha, Hugo ; Barroso, Teresa
Date: 2024
Origin: Scientific Letters
Subject(s): Poster
Document details
Emergency crisis kit used in veterinary palliative care of a cat with suspected gastric lymphoma and other co-morbidities
Description
Background: Emergency Crisis Kits for palliative veterinary patients ensure adequate measures to be taken in a sudden and/or acute situation until assistance from a veterinary medical doctor can be procured [1]. Objective: This case study demonstrates the use of a personalized Emergency Crisis Kit on a cat with gastric lymphoma and other co-morbidities. Results: It was found that the Emergency Crisis Kit helped to improve the cat’s quality of life, as well as relieve the caretaker burner syndrome of owners, promoting closeness, empathy, and confidence with the veterinary team. Conclusion: Emergency Crisis Kits empower pet owners to be more active in the palliative management of their animals, by providing aid in moments of pain, distress and discomfort and by preventing stressful and traumatic experiences [2,3]. However, the use of Emergency Crisis Kits must be further disseminated and implemented.
Document Type
Journal article
Language English
Language English
