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Keep It Simple Summaries

• VETbytes is designed for maximum workflow efficiency. We present content in two distinct layers
• The KISS Layer: This is the default view, identified by the K.I.S.S. icon and blue bars. It contains only the “must-have” information you need to diagnose and treat patients effectively at the point of care
• The Detailed Layer: When you have time for reflective learning or CPD, expand the content to reveal comprehensive background information, pathophysiology, and literature.
• Access the guides by clicking “Conditions” in the menu
• Use the “expand and contract” feature to toggle between the summary and detailed views
• TIP: Short on time? Read the “Key Points” section before entering the consult room. It takes less than a minute and provides the essential management strategy for the case

BENEFIT: Easy access to trusted information enables fast, confident decision-making and improved patient outcomes

Care pathways

• Our Integrated Care Pathways provide a unique, team-based approach to emergency care, ensuring the whole practice is working from the same page
• Each Care Pathway provides clear, role-specific guidance for receptionists, nurses, vets and clients
• Look for the link in the title bar of a condition to see if a pathway is available

BENEFIT: They help teams deliver faster, safer and more consistent emergency care

Checklists

• Like our summaries, checklists are presented in two layers to cater to all levels of expertise
• Use the “expand and contract” feature to switch between views
• Click the (+) symbol on specific checklist points to reveal details, including indications and risks for that intervention
• Look for the link in the title bar of a condition to see if a checklist is available
• TIP Teamwork: Checklists are most effective when called out loud and used collaboratively
• TIP Avoid Errors: Read the Warning Section at the start of each checklist to identify common pitfalls.
• TIP Record Keeping: Download and attach checklists to patient records to evidence your clinical decision-making

BENEFIT: Proven to reduce errors of omission and improve communication within healthcare teams

Diagnostic trees

• Unsure where to start? Diagnostic trees are the perfect first step when presented with an ambiguous emergency
• TIP: Once you have established a working diagnosis, follow the direct links at the end of the tree to jump straight to the specific “Condition” page

BENEFIT: A reliable step-by-step guide to help you reach a specific diagnosis effectively

Quick Reference Data

• Forget the mental maths—use our QRD pages for those hard-to-remember clinical values.
• You can access this section directly from the top menu bar (or “QRD” on mobile)

BENEFIT: Rapid access to essential clinical values for quicker, safer decision-making

Emergency Procedures and Operative Techniques

• This section provides your team with step-by-step, evidence-based guidance for essential emergency interventions
• Each procedure is laid out in a clear, practical format to support confidence and safety

BENEFIT: Acts as your digital clinical companion, guiding you through unfamiliar procedures even when senior support isn’t available

Calculators

• We provide built-in calculators for the emergency drugs used throughout the app
• Safety First: All calculators default to the lowest recommended dose
• Smart Alerts: You can increase the dose manually, but for patient safety, an alert will trigger if you exceed the recommended range for that species

BENEFIT: Using calculators can save time and prevent errors

Images

• VETbytes contains a library of hundreds of clinical images to support your diagnosis
• TIP: Click on any thumbnail image to enlarge the view

BENEFIT: Visually compare your patient’s presentation with our library to confirm your clinical interpretation.

Videos

• Our video library offers practical, step-by-step demonstrations of common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

BENEFIT: Watch and learn exactly how to perform clinical procedures, even if you have never done them before.

Warning symbols

• We use distinct warning symbols throughout the app to alert you to specific dangers and contraindications
• TIP: Even if you don’t read every word, scan the page for these symbols to catch potential errors before they happen

BENEFIT: Reduces errors, improves outcomes, and mitigates risk

Latest Updates

• VETbytes is a living resource. Our team continually reviews new journals, extracting relevant data to keep you up to date.
• We provide a livestream of the latest updates and summaries of the most impactful papers
• We send monthly email alerts to all our subscribers
• TIP Filter: Use “Updates by Specialty” to find research relevant to your specific interests
• TIP CPD: Use our ready-made updates as the basis for Journal Clubs and document this for your RCVS PSS clinical governance.

BENEFIT: Practice with confidence knowing you are providing the most current, effective care available—improving both clinical outcomes and your professional peace of mind

Client Information

• Our Client Information Sheets provide clear, evidence-based guidance to support home care
• Look for the link in the title bar of a condition to see if a Client Information Sheet is available

BENEFIT: Empowers your team to deliver consistent, professional client communication and coordinated care

Navigation tips

• In an emergency, you don’t have time to scroll. We’ve built a system to get you to the answer fast
• Search: Use the magnifying glass icon (blue menu bar) to search the entire app
• Filter: Use the A-Z menu or “Filter Conditions” box to narrow down topics
• Jump-To: Use the menu on the left to skip directly to specific sections (e.g., Treatment, Prognosis)
• Back to Top: Use the button at the bottom of the page to reset your view instantly

BENEFIT: “By streamlining our services for quicker and easier decision-making, we can save time. Efficient practice is more profitable.” (RCVS Knowledge)

Trusted Content

• All VETbytes content is evidence-based, evidence-transparent, and double peer-reviewed
• References: We link to abstracts (and full texts where open-source) to support your further learning. Access these by clicking the numbers e.g. [1][2][3] or the ^1,2.3
• Contributors: See who reviewed a topic by clicking the “Contributors” bar at the bottom of any page

BENEFIT: “When rigorous research underpins medical decisions, adverse events can be minimised and patient outcomes can be improved” (RCVS Knowledge)

Communication

• VETbytes provides evidence-based statistics for prognoses, complication rates, and median hospital stays
• TIP: Use this data to support contextualised care, create accurate estimates and manage client expectations during the consent process.

BENEFIT: Data-backed communication improves clinician confidence, encourages shared decision-making, and enables better financial planning – significantly reducing the risk of complaints