Title: Demonstrate administering an oral tablet or capsule.
Course: Veterinary Science II (18105-II) > Section: Demonstrating Hospital Procedures

Demonstration should include

- reading and interpreting the veterinarian’s order
- selecting the correct drug and concentration
- opening the animal’s mouth
- maintaining control of the animal’s head and muzzle during the administration of the medication
- encouraging the patient to swallow the medication
- maintaining control of the animal in a manner that does not harm the patient.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What procedure can one use to administer a tablet or pill to a dog or cat?
- How can the administration of pills or tablets lead to accidental bites?