Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant

A fully updated new edition of the most complete guide to the veterinary assistant curriculum
 
The newly revised Second Edition of Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant delivers a complete exploration of the veterinary assisting curriculum and acts as a comprehensive text for students and instructors. The book discusses all aspects of the curriculum approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America.
 
The book is thoroughly updated to reflect cutting-edge advances in veterinary practice and includes a new chapter on laboratory considerations and an updated chapter on avian and exotics covering popular exotic pets. Readers get access to an expanded companion website that offers teaching PowerPoints, homework assignments, self-assessment tests and quizzes, multiple-choice questions, teaching activities, breed study guides, and instructional video clips.
 
Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant also includes:
* A thorough introduction to medical terminology for veterinary assistants, including prefixes, suffixes, and common abbreviations used in veterinary medicine
* Comprehensive explorations of veterinary anatomy, including anatomical directional terms and all relevant anatomical systems
* Practical discussions of the behavior, handling, and restraint of animals, including explorations of animal body language
* In-depth examinations of animal nutrition, including discussions of weight management, body condition scoring, and food assessment
 
Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant is the ideal resource for veterinary assistant students and veterinary assistants studying for the NAVTA Approved Veterinary Assistant exam, as well as practicing veterinary assistants seeking a one-stop resource that includes up-to-date information on topics such as restraint, behavior, nutrition, anatomy, and laboratory considerations. It is also useful for veterinary technology students in introductory courses.

List of contents

Acknowledgments xi
 
About the Companion Website xiii
 
Chapter 1 Introduction to the Veterinary (or Assistant) Profession 1
 
Ethics 3
 
References 3
 
Chapter 2 Medical Terminology 5
 
Medical terms 5
 
Prefixes 6
 
Suffixes 7
 
Root words 7
 
Common abbreviations used in veterinary medicine 8
 
References 9
 
Chapter 3 Anatomy 11
 
Anatomical directional terms 11
 
Skeletal system 13
 
Branches of science 14
 
Body systems 15
 
External anatomy 15
 
Common veins 16
 
Muscles 17
 
Internal organs 17
 
Urogenital system 18
 
Internal structures of the thorax 19
 
Conclusion 19
 
References 19
 
Chapter 4 Behavior, Handling, and Restraint 21
 
Social behavior 21
 
Animal body language 22
 
Fear Free(r) 28
 
Identification 30
 
Avian restraint 30
 
Reptile restraint 31
 
Rabbit restraint 31
 
Handling rodents 31
 
References 32
 
Chapter 5 Office Procedures and Telephone Techniques 33
 
Telephone techniques 34
 
Office procedures 35
 
References 37
 
Chapter 6 Nutrition 39
 
Overview 39
 
Proteins 39
 
Carbohydrates 40
 
Fats 40
 
Vitamins 40
 
Minerals 40
 
Water 41
 
Palatability 41
 
Recommendations 41
 
Weight management 42
 
Summary 48
 
References 48
 
Chapter 7 Breeds 49
 
Cat breeds 49
 
Dog breeds 58
 
References 61
 
Chapter 8 Breeding and Genetics 63
 
Introduction 63
 
Dogs 63
 
Cats 67
 
Determining gender in puppies and kittens 68
 
Breeding management 69
 
References 69
 
Chapter 9 General Nursing Care and Physical Exams 71
 
Taking a history 71
 
Physical exam 71
 
Determining and recording vitals 72
 
General nursing care 75
 
Common diseases 79
 
References 82
 
Chapter 10 Exam Room Procedures 83
 
Recognizing ectoparasites 83
 
Nail trimming 83
 
Ear cleaning 86
 
Eye medications 87
 
Anal glands 88
 
Bathing animals 89
 
Administering oral medications 89
 
Maintaining exam room equipment 90
 
Chapter 11 Immunology 93
 
Innate immunity 93
 
Acquired immunity 94
 
Cell-mediated immunity 94
 
Vaccination 94
 
References 95
 
Chapter 12 Laboratory Procedures 97
 
Laboratory considerations 97
 
Safety 97
 
Equipment 98
 
Quality control 100
 
Sample collection 100
 
References 104
 
Chapter 13 Pharmacology 105
 
Drug classifications 107
 
Storage and disposal of drugs 109
 
References 110
 
Chapter 14 Radiology 111
 
Radiology safety measures and guidelines 111
 
Cleaning screens 112
 
Labeling, filing, and storage of radiographs 112
 
Radiographic positioning 113
 
Processing 114
 
Quality control 116
 
Conclusion 117
 
References 117
 
Chapter 15 Surgical Assisting 119
 
The sterilization process 119
 
Wrapping a surgical pack 119
 
Cold sterilization 120
 
Instruments 121
 
Suture material and suture needles 122
 
Gowns and Drapes 123
 
The sterile field 125
 
Preparing for surgery 125
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About the author

The authors
Kara M. Burns, MS, MEd, LVT, VTS (Nutrition) is Founder and Past president of the Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians, Lafayette, IN, USA. Lori Renda-Francis, LVT, BBA, M.Ed, PhD, is the Veterinary Technology Program Director for Macomb Community College in Clinton Township, Michigan, USA.

Summary

A fully updated new edition of the most complete guide to the veterinary assistant curriculum

The newly revised Second Edition of Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant delivers a complete exploration of the veterinary assisting curriculum and acts as a comprehensive text for students and instructors. The book discusses all aspects of the curriculum approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America.

The book is thoroughly updated to reflect cutting-edge advances in veterinary practice and includes a new chapter on laboratory considerations and an updated chapter on avian and exotics covering popular exotic pets. Readers get access to an expanded companion website that offers teaching PowerPoints, homework assignments, self-assessment tests and quizzes, multiple-choice questions, teaching activities, breed study guides, and instructional video clips.

Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant also includes:
* A thorough introduction to medical terminology for veterinary assistants, including prefixes, suffixes, and common abbreviations used in veterinary medicine
* Comprehensive explorations of veterinary anatomy, including anatomical directional terms and all relevant anatomical systems
* Practical discussions of the behavior, handling, and restraint of animals, including explorations of animal body language
* In-depth examinations of animal nutrition, including discussions of weight management, body condition scoring, and food assessment

Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant is the ideal resource for veterinary assistant students and veterinary assistants studying for the NAVTA Approved Veterinary Assistant exam, as well as practicing veterinary assistants seeking a one-stop resource that includes up-to-date information on topics such as restraint, behavior, nutrition, anatomy, and laboratory considerations. It is also useful for veterinary technology students in introductory courses.

Product details

• Authors: Kar Burns, Kara Burns, Kara M Burns, Kara M. Burns, Kara M. (Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Te Burns, Kara M. Renda-Francis Burns, Kara Renda-Francis Burns, Km Burns, Lori Renda-Francis, Renda-Francis Lori
• Publisher: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.02.2022
• EAN: 9781119565314
• ISBN: 978-1-119-56531-4
• No. of pages: 224
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Veterinary medicine; Veterinärmedizin, Tierpflege, veterinary medicine, Allg. Veterinärmedizin, Pflege i. d. Veterinärmedizin, Veterinary Nursing & Animal Care