Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians - Hardcover

Bassert VMD, Joanna M.; McCurnin DVM MS Dipl ACVS, Dennis M.

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9780721691640: Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0721691641 ISBN 13: 9780721691640
Publisher: Saunders, 2002

Synopsis

Heres the newest edition of the gold standardin the field! This comprehensive new edition covers nearly all the major content areas in the veterinary technology curriculum. Written by veterinarians (including many board-certified specialists) and veterinary technicians, it covers commonclinical procedures, clinical sciences, animal husbandry, pharmacology, medical and surgical care of small and large animal species, practice management, and more. Completely updated and reorganized for a more logical flow of information, the new editionnow progresses from basic procedures to clinical sciences to management of small, large, and exotic species. It also contains several hundred new photographs, helpful pedagogical aids, and many totally rewritten chapters.

  • Comprehensive text written specifically for the technician, covering all areas of the curriculum.
    • Lavishly illustrated, with a Whos Who list of contributing authors.
  • Detailed information on the role of the technician in every aspect of veterinary practice.
    • Helpful pedagogical aids such as introductions, suggested readings, and boxed Technician Tips throughout.
  • New chapter on animal reproduction, detailing the technicians role in assessment, management, and answering client questions about reproductive health and enhancement.
    • New, expanded chapter on dentistry, reflecting greater involvement by technicians in preventive and corrective procedures.
  • Completely rewritten chapters on restraint, necropsy procedures, clinical pathology and clinical microbiology, emergency nursing, animal behavior, oncology, and computer applications.
    • Heavily revised sections include birds, reptiles, and small mammals; anesthesia, pain management, and pharmacology; surgery; and medical records.

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    About the Author

    Dennis M. McCurnin, DVM, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Louisiana Stste University, Baton Rouge, LA; and Joanna Bassert, VMD, Manor Junior College, Jenkintown, PA

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    Publisher
    Saunders
    Publication date
    2002
    Language
    English
    ISBN 10 
    0721691641
    ISBN 13 
    9780721691640
    Binding
    Hardcover
    Edition number
    5
    Number of pages
    832
    Rating
    • 4.38 out of 5 stars
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