The Bella Moss Infection Control Guidelines have been created by the charity’s top veterinary advisors in response to the wide-ranging approaches to infection control seen in everyday practice. Authors include vet and RCVS Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) Pam Mosedale, RVN Louise O’Dwyer and Edinburgh-based dermatologist Dr Tim Nuttall.
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Cleaning protocols statement (how to use this guide)
Cleaning & Disinfection Protocols-Guidelines for use in Veterinary Practice
Waste Guidance for Infection control
Hand Hygiene Procedures and Considerations
Indwelling urinary catheter placement
Patient preparation for surgery
Thanks to the following practices that have helped with images for the guidelines.
Willows, Penmellyn and Victoria Vets
For contact with our clinical advisors who have produced these guidelines
BMF trustee and clinical advisor tim.nuttall@ed.ac.uk
BMF clinical nurse director Louise O Dwyer louise.odwyer@sky.com
BMF clinical advisor Pam Mosedale pam.mosedale@btinternet.com
Infections can generally be treated successfully with a single course of antibiotics, which may come in the form of creams or ointments, injections, or tablets, and many infections will even [&hellip
How do we test for MRSA? The only way to identify MRSA is to take a sample and analyse it in a laboratory. A culture can identify the bacteria and [&hellip
If you notice these symptoms report them to your vet immediately. You may be suspicious of a complex and/or resistant infection if you pet has: A wound that will not [&hellip
This is a picture of Ink and Spot, they are brothers. Sadly, Ink passed away August of 2009 after being misdiagnosed by numerous vets. I had not heard of the [&hellip
My dog Larry became infected with MRSA following cruciate ligament surgery (just like Bella did) I searched the website for information on pets and MRSA and found The Bella Moss [&hellip
