scholarly journals Small Animal Veterinarians' Communication With Dog Owners From a Motivational Interviewing Perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karolina Brunius Enlund ◽  
Ebba Jennolf ◽  
Ann Pettersson
Keyword(s):  
Motivational Interviewing ◽  
Small Animal ◽  
Communication Style ◽  
Behavior Changes ◽  
Professional Counseling ◽  
Asking Questions ◽  
Dental Home ◽  
Telephone Calls ◽  
Dog Owners ◽  
Medical Recommendations

Veterinary communication skills are fundamentally important in animal practice. Despite client-centered communication being recommended as the optimal medical communication style, a paternalistic approach is still common in veterinary medical encounters with pet owners. Motivational interviewing (MI) is a client-centered, evidence-based counseling method aiming to strengthen a person's motivation and commitment to behavior changes. In this exploratory study, the aim was to investigate Swedish small animal veterinarians' use of client centered communication with dog owners regarding dental home care in dogs. This was achieved by analyzing the use of MI-techniques among veterinarians without previous training or knowledge of the method. Individual telephone calls, reflecting a veterinary clinical scenario, between small animal veterinarians (n = 8) and a trained professional actor playing a dog owner were recorded and coded according to an MI coding protocol (MITI 4.2.1). In the present study, the degree of spontaneously used MI was low. From an MI-communication perspective, with a simulated dog owner, the veterinarians predominantly relied on asking questions, giving information, and persuasive talk. The veterinarians dominated the conversations and made minimal attempts to involve the dog owner resulting in a power imbalance between veterinarian and client. As the degree of spontaneously used MI was found to be low, MI-training may be required in order to apply the method in professional counseling. The veterinarians' communication pattern suggested a paternalistic communication style, when attempting to motivate a client to brush his or her dog's teeth. We suggest that Motivational Interviewing (MI) has a potential to improve veterinary communication and adherence to medical recommendations if introduced and implemented in veterinary practice.

Auditors' Communications with Audit Committees: The Influence of the Audit Committee's Oversight Approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 125-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista Fiolleau ◽  
Kris Hoang ◽  
Bradley Pomeroy
Keyword(s):  
Audit Committee ◽  
Level Of Detail ◽  
Data Availability ◽  
Audit Committees ◽  
Communication Style ◽  
Quality Audit ◽  
Resolution Process ◽  
Asking Questions

SUMMARY Policymakers have identified effective communications between the auditor and the audit committee (AC) as an indicator of a quality audit, but little is known about the factors auditors consider when deciding what to communicate about significant accounting issues. We propose auditors use the AC's oversight approach as a cue for the level of detail in their communications that is necessary to satisfy the AC's preferences for auditors' insights on issues that were resolved with management. In our experiment, auditors resolved an inventory obsolescence issue with a hypothetical CFO, and then wrote a communication about it for the AC. We manipulate the AC's preference for getting involved in the issue resolution process and its reputation for asking questions. Our results, supplemented by findings from audit partner interviews, suggest auditors tailor their communications to the AC's oversight approach, the AC's industry and accounting knowledge, and the AC chair's preferred communication style. Data Availability: Contact the authors.

Motivational Interviewing and the Adolescent/Young Adult HIV Care Continuum

2019 ◽  
pp. 37-46
Author(s):  
Sylvie Naar ◽  
Maurice Bulls
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Motivational Interviewing ◽  
Behavioral Therapy ◽  
Hiv Care ◽  
Behavior Changes ◽  
Hiv Care Continuum ◽  
Care Continuum ◽  
Future Direction ◽  
Youth Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv

This chapter explores the HIV care continuum specifically with youth living with HIV (YLH). The authors review relevant HIV statistics, including the trends in YLH. The authors then examine the fit of motivational interviewing (MI) with adolescent development, arguing that it is an excellent strategy to include in promoting self-management of HIV. Multiple examples are also provided for programs and interventions using MI with youth. This chapter provides specific details on how MI can be leveraged in working with YLH, although many of these insights can generalize to adult populations. In the final section, the authors examine the future direction of MI in the care of YLH. They argue that once MI has helped to motivate YLH toward change, the substitution for or addition of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) may be warranted. In this way, the more action-oriented strategies of CBT strengthen the behavior changes that MI has helped to put in motion.

Motivational Interviewing: A Communication Tool to Promote Positive Behavior Change and Optimal Health Outcomes

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (6) ◽  
pp. 344-351
Author(s):  
Vickie Z. Beckwith ◽  
Jennifer Beckwith
Keyword(s):  
Behavior Change ◽  
Motivational Interviewing ◽  
School Setting ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Communication Style ◽  
Therapeutic Modality ◽  
Communication Tool ◽  
Collaborative Communication ◽  
Conversational Style ◽  
Optimal Health

Motivational interviewing (MI) is a collaborative communication style that can be integrated into everyday practice to improve conversations and serve as a catalyst for behavior change. This article reviews the fundamental principles and basic skills of MI. It discusses how MI has evolved from a therapeutic modality to a conversational style, applicable in the school setting and specifically for school nurses. The article provides an overview of how MI can be used by school nurses, challenges they may face, and resources to support implementation.

scholarly journals Professional dental cleaning in dogs: clinical routines among Swedish veterinarians and veterinary nurses

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Karolina Brunius Enlund ◽  
Michaela Karlsson ◽  
Carl Brunius ◽  
Ragnvi Hagman ◽  
Odd Viking Höglund ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Anesthesia ◽  
Dental Health ◽  
Small Animal ◽  
National Registry ◽  
Dental Radiography ◽  
Work Place ◽  
Considerable Proportion ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Dental Home ◽  
E Mail

Abstract Background Dental disease is very common in dogs and veterinary professional dental cleaning and examination, together with daily dental home care, is the foundation for good dental health. To our knowledge, no previous study has investigated professional dental cleaning routines in small animal veterinary practice. A validated questionnaire survey was distributed to all veterinarians and veterinary nurses with registered e-mail addresses in the Swedish national registry (veterinarians; n = 3657, veterinary nurses; n = 1650). Response rates were 32% for veterinarians (V) and 38% for veterinary nurses (VN). Results In total, 73% (V)/96% (VN) of respondents reported that professional dental cleaning was performed at their work place under general anesthesia, and 27% (V)/18% (VN) that dental cleaning was performed under sedation. Of the respondents, 43% (V)/96% (VN) considered regular dental cleaning under general anesthesia fairly or very important, and 49% (V)/47% (VN) stated that it was sometimes important for good dental health in dogs. A majority of respondents, 84% (V)/97% (VN), reported that dental extractions were performed at their clinic, and 72% (V)/90% (VN) had access to dental radiography equipment. Conclusion A majority of Swedish veterinarians and veterinary nurses perform professional dental cleaning under general anesthesia with access to dental radiography equipment, in accordance with national and international recommendations. However, a considerable proportion of professional dental cleanings were performed under sedation only, and extractions performed without access to dental radiography equipment were common, suggesting several areas of improvement in the routines in Swedish veterinary clinics and hospitals. Our results clearly indicate the need for improved educational efforts to increase the awareness among veterinary health professionals regarding guidelines and official recommendations in canine dental care.

scholarly journals Improved Oral Health and Adaptation to Treatment in Dogs Using Manual or Ultrasonic Toothbrush or Textile of Nylon or Microfiber for Active Dental Home Care

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (9) ◽  
pp. 2481
Author(s):  
Lena Olsén ◽  
Anna Brissman ◽  
Sara Wiman ◽  
Fanny Eriksson ◽  
Camilla Kaj ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Oral Health ◽  
Home Care ◽  
Gold Standard ◽  
Treatment Options ◽  
Beagle Dogs ◽  
Once Daily ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Dental Home ◽  
Dog Owners ◽  
Aversive Behavior

Poor oral health is a common problem in dogs causing pain and impaired welfare. The gold standard to maintain good oral health and prevent periodontitis is daily tooth brushing. However, many dog owners find it difficult, and dogs often show aversive behavior. There are several different tools available, and in this intra-subject study, four different active dental home care treatment options were examined: manual and ultrasonic toothbrush, a nylon glove, and a microfiber finger cloth. The treatments were evaluated for efficacy against gingivitis, plaque, and calculus in beagle dogs. Each dog received two treatments on the buccal sides of the teeth once daily, either two types of toothbrushes (N = 10) or two types of textiles (N = 11), on separate sides of the mouth. The dogs’ teeth were assessed before and after the five-week treatment period, with the assessor blinded by additional, similar dogs (N = 7). The study also assessed the dogs’ stress levels during treatment using a fear, anxiety, stress (FAS) protocol. All four treatments improved dog oral health, reducing gingivitis and plaque. Furthermore, the amount of calculus also decreased in some individuals. Adaptation to dental care occurred in the dogs over time. This information can be used to encourage dog owners to brush their dogs’ teeth.

scholarly journals Comparing Behavioural Problems in Imported Street Dogs and Domestically Reared Danish Dogs—The Views of Dog Owners and Veterinarians

Animals ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 1436
Author(s):  
Natascha Munkeboe ◽  
Amalie Lohse-Lind ◽  
Peter Sandøe ◽  
Björn Forkman ◽  
Søren Saxmose Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
Companion Animals ◽  
Small Animal ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Behavioural Problems ◽  
Veterinary Clinic ◽  
Dog Owners ◽  
At Home

Street dogs are common in southern and eastern parts of Europe. They are often adopted by people living in North European countries, including Denmark. However, these dogs may experience difficulties adjusting to their new life as companion animals, and this may in turn lead to behavioural problems and complications for owners. The objective of this study was therefore to investigate whether former street (FS) dogs display a higher degree of behavioural problems than dogs reared in Denmark (RD). Two questionnaires were developed. One was distributed to Danish dog owners and resulted in 3020 useful answers. FS dogs were found to display 9 of the 45 listed behaviours more often than RD dogs. All of these behaviours were related to fear, aggression and stress. The second questionnaire was distributed to Danish veterinarians working in small animal practices and resulted in 173 useful answers. The most commonly reported behavioural problems were fear of humans, stress and problems when the dog was left at home alone. The extent of the behavioural problems reported by the veterinarians was much greater than that reported by the dog owners which, at least partly, may be due to fear-induced reactions of the dogs when handled at the veterinary clinic.

scholarly journals A Questionnaire Study on the Use of Complementary and Alternative Veterinary Medicine for Dogs in Sweden

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (12) ◽  
pp. 331
Author(s):  
Lisa Sohlberg ◽  
Anna Bergh ◽  
Susanna Sternberg-Lewerin
Keyword(s):  
Veterinary Medicine ◽  
Laser Therapy ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Small Animal ◽  
Treatment Methods ◽  
Scientific Assessment ◽  
Dog Owners ◽  
Scientific Documentation ◽  
Electronic Questionnaires ◽  
Complementary And Alternative

Complementary and alternative veterinary medicine (CAVM) includes treatment methods that are not part of established veterinary medicine and where there is not as yet sufficient scientific documentation of the proposed effects. The CAVM use in Swedish dogs is largely unknown, and the aim of this study was to explore this use. Electronic questionnaires were distributed to dog owners, small animal veterinary practitioners, and CAVM therapists. A total of 253 dog owners responded. Except for massage, stretching, and laser therapy, more than 75% of the respondents stated that they did not use CAVM for their dogs. Of the 216 responding veterinarians, 39% did not use CAVM. CAVM use was more common among respondents with <10 years of work experience as compared to those with >10 years of work experience (p < 0.05). Almost half of the 124 responding CAVM therapists treated dogs; the most frequently used methods included massage, stretching, and acupressure. A majority of all respondents found the current Swedish regulation of CAVM insufficient. Although CAVM use in Swedish dogs appears to be uncommon, there is a need for scientific assessment of CAVM in dogs as regards safety and effectiveness for different indications.

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