Tips for Skill 18

This skill will require you to perform cystocentesis. Upon completion of this skill, you will be able to palpate the urinary bladder of both canine and feline patients and be competent in performing cystocentesis.

Tips for materials that need to be submitted:

• Video of student performing cystocentesis on a canine or feline patient

  • You need to include all steps listed under the criteria

  • The cystocentesis can be ultrasound guided but you must still demonstrate bladder palpation

  • Use aseptic technique!

Accepted Levels of Sedation for Cystocentesis:

• Awake, light to heavy sedation, anesthesia