&bs      HOME CARE INSTRUCTIONS  FOR &client  &bf

Patient:  &animal                             Discharge Date: &date

Diagnosis:
         __________________________________________________________

The continuing recovery of your pet is now in your hands. Carefully
following the directions below can greatly contribute to your pets
recovery and reduce the convalescent time.

&es MEDICATIONS: &ef 
Follow instructions on the label carefully.
Call if you cannot give the medications as directed.

 [ ] none dispensed
 [ ] dispensed from veterinary centre
 [ ] prescription - take prescription to pharmacy

&es DIET: &ef
 
 [ ] food and water as usual
 [ ] withhold food for     hours, then give small amounts of water. 
    If no vomiting, then feed small amounts of ____________________________
    every  2 to 3 hours, feed like
    this for       days, on the last day mix half and half with normal diet.

&es EXERCISE: &ef
 
 [ ] unlimited
 [ ] restricted to lead for     days/weeks
 [ ] confine inside house for    days/weeks, carry outside to pass urine/faeces
     No going up the stairs or jumping.

&es INCISION: &ef

 Watch daily for swelling, redness, oozing or excessive licking. Call us at 
 the veterinary centre if you notice any of the above. 
 Phone 0181 969 5283

&es BANDAGES / SPLINTS / CASTS &ef

 Check foot daily for warmth and feeling. Call if you notice any bad
 odour, chewing, or loosening of the bandage, cast or splint.
 This must be kept clean and dry ( cover with a plastic bag when you
 take your pet outside.
 &bs DO NOT leave the bag on for more than 1/2 hour at a time. &bf

&es DRAINS: &ef

 Clean twice daily with hydrogen peroxide. (We can supply this)
 Make sure your pet is unable to chew at the drain (a plastic collar may be
 necessary)

&es FURTHER CARE: &ef


    RECHECKS are necessary to ensure recovery and are your responsibility.
    
    NEXT APPOINTMENT> _____________________________  


    &animal  has been under the care of ___________________________________


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