Science in action
In order to treat sick and injured animals vets have to use good science, show pupils how what they learn in lessons also applies in real life situations; planning, obtaining, analysing and evaluating.
Introduction
PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity, we have over 450 vets and vet nurses. Part of their job means they have to plan, obtain, analyse and evaluate evidence. Use PDSA veterinary surgeons as an example of how science is needed in the real world. Pupils can also learn more about careers in veterinary science.
Download the Science in Action lesson pack (ZIP - 3.07 MB)
See how a veterinary team work in a PDSA PetAid hospital and discover how the science pupils learn at school is used to help treat sick and injured animals.
See our vets and vet nurses at work, checking the health of the most common pets.
PDSA vet Elaine describes two of the most frequent problems with pets and introduces two useful techniques to control infection.
PDSA vet Linda demonstrates the importance of using correct procedures when carrying out treatments.
PDSA vet Elaine describes in some detail three problems associated with pet ownership.
Calculating and giving the correct doses of drugs to animals is something a vet has to do every day. Pupils can see if they can work out the correct dosage of a drug.
PDSA vets talk about what is required to become a vet and how science is used in veterinary medicine.
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Download the Schools Club leaflet for more information (PDF - 7.68 MB)
Download the Education Programme leaflet for more information (PDF - 7.88 MB)
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