McCurnin's clinical textbook for veterinary technicians

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McCurnin's clinical textbook for veterinary technicians

Joanna M. Bassert, John A. Thomas

Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier, c2014

8th ed

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Clinical textbook for veterinary technicians

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Previous ed.: 1st ed.(1985), 2nd ed.(1990), 3rd ed.(1994), 4th ed.(1998), 5th ed.(2002), 6th ed.(2006), 7th ed.(2010)

Includes bibliographical references and index

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内容説明

Considered a fundamental text in the field of veterinary technology, McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians is back in its 7th edition and better than ever! Written by veterinarians, including many board-certified specialists, and veterinary technicians who understand the vet tech curriculum, this text is full of everything you'll need to know in your practice. Sections on small and large animals, birds, reptiles, and small mammals embrace every aspect of the veterinary field, while case presentations of actual patient situations link information to relevant, real-life scenarios you may encounter in future practice. Get it all with this extensive and practical text essential to the veterinary technician profession! Full color photos bring concepts to life and emphasize the role of the vet tech. Vet Tech Threads offer helpful pedagogical aids such as introductions, suggested readings, boxed Technician Notes, learning objectives, chapter outlines and key terms. Large animal care integrated throughout the book with medical records, dentistry, physical examination, surgical instrumentation, and more. Step-by-step instructions and photographs makes information readily accessible in emergency and clinical situations. A companion workbook is available separately to help you master and apply key concepts and procedures with multiple choice questions, matching exercises, photo quizzes, labeling exercises, crossword puzzles, and more. Birds, reptiles, and small mammals chapter keeps you up-to-date with care and treatment for these increasingly popular pets. Chapters on pharmacology, pain management, restraint, and veterinary oncology offer a broader understanding of the responsibilities of a technician. NEW! Chapter on fluid therapy and transfusion medicine, a critical aspect of veterinary technology. NEW! Introduction to the concept of the Technician Practice Model ensures that excellent nursing care is provided to each and every patient. NEW! Added content on electrocardiography included in the Emergency Nursing chapter.

目次

Module One: Veterinary Technology: An Overview Introduction to Veterinary Technology: Its Laws and Ethics Veterinary Practice Management Written and Digital Medical Records Occupational Health and Safety in Veterinary Hospitals Module Two: Patient Management and Nutrition Animal Behavior Restraint and Handling of Animals History and Physical Examination Preventive Health Programs Companion Animal Nutrition Large Animal Nutrition Animal Reproduction Module Three: Clinical Sciences Hematology, Cytology Clinical Chemistry, Serology and Urinalysis Parasitology Clinical Microbiology Diagnostic Imaging Basic Necropsy Procedures Module Four: Medical Nursing Diagnostic Sampling and Treatment Techniques Small Animal Medical Nursing Large Animal Medical Nursing Neonatal Care of Puppy, Kitten, and Foal Care of Birds, Reptiles and Small Mammals Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Alternative Medical Nursing Module Five: Emergency and Critical Care Fluid Therapy and Transfusion Medicine Emergency & Critical Care Nursing Wound Management and Bandaging Module Six: Anesthesia, Analgesia and Pharmacology Pharmacology and Pharmacy Pain Management Veterinary Anesthesia Module Seven: Surgical Nursing Surgical instruments and Aseptic Technique Surgical Assistance and Suture Material Small Animal Surgical Nursing Large Animal Surgical Nursing Veterinary Dentistry Module Eight: End of Life Geriatric and Hospice Care: Supporting the Aged and Dying Patient The Human Animal Bond and Euthanasia

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