This skill will require you to express anal glands. Upon completion of this skill, you will recognize and employ the techniques used to fully express anal glands.
Tips for materials required for submission:
Detailed description of the procedure.
Submit a description written as if you were teaching another Vet Tech how to express anal glands. Proper medical terminology should be used when providing your description.
Discuss what type restraint is required for this skill.
You need to discuss the following:
The location of the anal glands and placement of your finger.
How many gland(s) are there?
The purpose of anal glands.
Signs that they may need to be expressed.
Anal glands can be expressed internally or externally, describe both methods. Is one better than the other?