This book contains comprehensive coverage of all major content areas studied by veterinary technology students and implemented by veterinary technicians. It is expanded from the first edition with new topics and updated information reflecting the latest improvements in patient care and client interaction. It is especially useful in the education of veterinary technicians as well as a preparation tool for use in studying for veterinary technician credentialing examinations.
Part One Overview of Veterinary Technology 1 An Overview of Veterinary Technology 2 Legal and Ethical Issues in Veterinary Medicine 3 Veterinary Practice Management 4 Human Interactions in the Veterinary Workplace 5 Veterinary Medical Terminology Part Two Basic Sciences 6 Anatomy and Physiology 7 Nutrition 8 Veterinary Pathology 9 Pharmacology and Pharmacy 10 Animal Behavior Part Three Clinical Sciences 11 Hematology and Hemostasis 12 Clinical Chemistry and Serology 13 Microbiology, Cytology, and Urinalysis 14 Veterinary Parasitology 15 Preventive Medicine Part Four Clinical Applications 16 Animal Handling and Restraint 17 Patient History and Physical Examination 18 Diagnostic Imaging 19 Anesthesia, Analgesia, & Anesthetic Nursing 20 Principles of Surgical Nursing 21 Emergency and Critical Care 22 Management of Wounds, Fracture, and Other Injuries 23 Fluid Therapy and Blood Transfusions 24 Veterinary Dentistry Part Five Nursing Care 25 Nursing Care of Dogs and Cats 26 Nursing Care of Horses 27 Nursing Care of Food Animals 28 Nursing Care of Reptiles, Amphibians, and Birds 29 Nursing Care of Orphaned and Injured Wild Animals 30 Nursing Care of Laboratory Animals and Pocket Pets