RGRPSG401Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of greyhounds

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Elements & performance criteria

1 Relate anatomy and body systems to performance of racing greyhounds

  • 1.1Identify key anatomical features and functions of the greyhound musculoskeletal system
  • 1.2Identify common illnesses, injuries and conditions of other body systems in racing greyhounds
  • 1.3Identify the impact of illness, injury and conditions on performance of racing greyhounds

2 Follow illness, injury and condition health management plans

  • 2.1Implement health management plan in response to illness, injury or conditions in greyhounds, providing care and treatment according to directions
  • 2.2Apply safe handling and work practices when caring for and treating greyhounds
  • 2.3Recognise the impact of medications and therapies on body systems and healing processes relating to greyhound illness, injury or condition
  • 2.4Administer or supervise the correct administration of non-prescription and prescribed medication according to directions on medication labels and/or instructions provided by veterinarian
  • 2.5Adhere to the rules of racing and animal welfare requirements in the correct use of therapies and medications, including prohibited substances

Performance evidence

  • identified common illnesses, injuries and/or conditions and related them to the relevant anatomical feature and body system
  • identified and correctly used appropriate therapy or medication according to the health management plan
  • provided care according to the rules of racing, advice provided by veterinarians, safe handling practices and animal welfare requirements

Knowledge evidence

  • ethical conduct standards of relevant controlling body or Principal Racing Authority
  • communication procedures within kennel and wider racing industry
  • industry terminology related to caring for and treating racing greyhounds
  • common greyhound behaviour and temperament
  • basic features and functions of greyhound body systems, including the musculoskeletal system
  • common injuries associated with racing greyhounds, including: - tearing or straining of muscles (gracilis, long head of triceps and tensor fascia latae mm.) - tarsal or carpal sprains - fractures of bones (central tarsal, accessory carpal, metacarpals) - injuries of the phalanges and webbing
  • healing processes that relate to successful return to normal function, including appropriate incapacitation periods to provide adequate rest and recovery
  • when to consult and refer to a veterinarian
  • types of prescribed medications
  • types of therapies
  • impact of medications or therapies
  • permanently banned treatments and substances
  • concept of drug-free racing and knowing withholding times of certain medications
  • prohibited substances and prohibited substance rules
  • racing industry animal welfare requirements
  • racing industry safety requirements, including safe operating procedures
  • relevant rules of racing
  • restraining techniques for greyhounds

Foundation skills

  • Reading: Critically analyse complex documentation from a variety of sources and consolidate information relating to greyhound body systems to determine health care requirements Interpret documentation, including relevant rules of racing, material safety data sheets and medication labels
  • Oral communication: Participate in verbal exchanges with kennel staff, greyhound health specialists and others using questioning and active listening techniques to gather and relay information related to the care and treatment of greyhounds
  • Navigate the world of work: Take responsibility for adhering to safe work practices, animal welfare principles and the relevant rules of racing relating to the care of greyhounds
  • Get the work done: Analyse complex anatomical and physiological relationships in greyhound body systems to understand the nature of injury or health problems and implement treatments

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