173 Client Compliance - Using 6 Stages of Behavior Change in Vet Med

Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: In this episode, we will learn effective strategies for improving client compliance with parasite control recommendations, exploring the "6 Stages of Behavior Change" and practical techniques to support clients in each stage. #veterinary #vettechs #vettechlife🐾 #nutrition #vetmed #imanerd #imfvt #imfvtpodcast #clientcompliance #PetsAreFamily    Resources We Mentioned in the Show   1. Cherry K. The 6 stages of change: the transtheoretical, or stages of change, model. Verywell Mind. Updated December 19, 2022. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://www.verywellmind.com/the-stages-of-change-2794868 2. Garrison G. Keep the parasite prevention compliance conversation alive. Veterinary Advantage. April 2020. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://vet-advantage.com/vet_advantage/keep-the-parasite-prevention-compliance-conversation-alive 3. Paul M, Thomas M. Parasite protection: compelling clients to comply. Companion Animal Parasite Council. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://capcvet.org/articles/parasite-protection-compelling-clients-to-comply 4. Weese S. Canine and feline antiparasitics. Worms and Germs Blog. July 4, 2018. Accessed April 8, 2023. 5. Soldavin K. Promoting parasite prevention in practice. Todays Vet Pract. 2013;3(2):28-32. https://todaysveterinarypractice.com/parasitology/practice-to-practice-promoting-parasite-prevention-in-practice 6. Liger M. To be continued.... Todays Vet Bus. 2021;5(3):20-22. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/parasite-heartworm-prevention 7. MacKay C. Client compliance—the key to successful veterinary practice. World Small Animal Veterinary Association World Congress Proceedings, 2005. Veterinary Information Network. Accessed April 8, 2023. https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=3854148   Resources ·         Client education. American Animal Hospital Association. Accessed March 18, 2023. https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/infection-control-configuration/client-education ·         General guidelines for dogs and cats. Companion Animal Parasite Council. Updated September 16, 2022. Accessed March 18, 2023. https://capcvet.org/guidelines/general-guidelines   Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode!  Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0  hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to.    Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on!   Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/   Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com  Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove  Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove    Thanks for listening!  – Yvonne and Jordan     

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The Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by veterinary technician specialists, Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and Jordan Porter, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and is dedicated to veterinary professionals who are passionate about all things internal medicine. We’ll be discussing interesting internal medicine diseases, how to work closely with pet parents, and how to be the best tech we can be. This podcast is perfect for veterinary professionals just getting into internal medicine, studying for their boards, or for those of us that relate to #IMaNerd! Join us for a #VetTechPodcast today and get your learn on! #VeterinaryMedicine #VeterinaryTechnician #VTSlife #IMFVTpodcast #IMaNerd