citation_inspection: 194

A pig underwent laparotomy on March 25, 2022 to induce a colitis disease model. The approved protocol describes post- procedural analgesia; one of the analgesic medications was given 3 hours later than as directed by the protocol. Additional analgesic medications were prescribed by the veterinarian on March 27, 2022 after the animal refused oral medication in the morning; these were given later than as directed by the veterinarian, one 2 hours later and one 6 hours later. Protocol directed replacement of analgesic patches was also delayed by approximately 40 hours. In these instances, the individual responsible for post-operative care of the animal did not provide appropriate care despite guidance from the protocol and from clinical veterinary staff. The failure to administer analgesics in a timely manner as directed by the veterinarian or protocol after a major surgery can lead potentially to unrelieved pain; personnel must be qualified to perform appropriate post-procedural care. The facility must ensure that all personnel involved in animal care and use are qualified to perform their duties. To be corrected from July 18th, 2023 forward.