Nurses play a critical role in triaging anaemic patients, monitoring anaemic patients during hospitalization, including watching for signs of decompensation and knowing when to alert the clinician with concerns. We are also integral to transfusion medicine, with a focus on understanding the different blood products available, how to administer them safely, and closely monitoring for transfusion reactions and the necessary treatments.
Anaemia can be either primary or secondary, resulting from a range of conditions such as immune-mediated haemolysis, trauma, or reduced red blood cell production. We'll refresh on the role of red blood cells, the clinical signs patients may exhibit, and how these can guide our initial diagnostic approach. The session will cover the differences between acute and chronic anaemia, how to stabilize affected patients, and the medications that can help prevent further red blood cell loss or destruction.
The Australian Veterinary Nurse and Technician (AVNAT) Regulatory Council has allocated (1) AVNAT CPD point to this continuing education activity.
Recorded 19 March 2026
Speaker:
Emma Holder
DipVN, NCert (anaesth), Cert VNECC, RVN
Throughout her career, Emma has gained extensive experience across a range of specialties, including internal medicine, oncology, surgery, and emergency and critical care. She is dual-registered with both the RCVS in the UK and the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia (VNCA).
Emma is an active contributor to the veterinary nursing community, having delivered presentations at conferences across Australia and provided webinars for both veterinary nurse training providers and private practices.
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