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McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians

By

  • Joanna Bassert, VMD, Professor and Director, Program of Veterinary Technology, Manor College, Jenkintown, PA
  • John Thomas, DVM, Assistant Professor, Veterinary Technology, Cuyahoga Community College, Cleveland, OH

A fundamental text in the field of veterinary technology, McCurnin’s Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians has the trusted content, user-friendly layout and novel study tools every Vet Tech needs. Coverage of small and large animals, birds, reptiles, and small mammals embraces every aspect of the veterinary field, while case presentations of realistic clinical situations link information to relevant, real-life scenarios. Procedure boxes present clear step-by-step guidelines for performing key tasks. This Color-coded, fully illustrated guide will give you a leg up in the constantly evolving Vet Tech field.

Hardbound, 1496 Pages

Published: April 2013

Imprint: Saunders

ISBN: 978-1-4377-2680-0

Book Content

  • Module One: Veterinary Technology: An Overview

    1. Introduction to Veterinary Technology: Its Laws and Ethics
    2. Veterinary Practice Management
    3. Written and Digital Medical Records
    4. Occupational Health and Safety in Veterinary Hospitals

      5. Module Two: Patient Management and Nutrition

    5. Animal Behavior
    6. Restraint and Handling of Animals
    7. History and Physical Examination
    8. Preventive Health Programs
    9. Companion Animal Nutrition
    10. Large Animal Nutrition
    11. Animal Reproduction

      12. Module Three: Clinical Sciences

    12. Hematology, Cytology
    13. Clinical Chemistry, Serology and Urinalysis
    14. Parasitology
    15. Clinical Microbiology
    16. Diagnostic Imaging
    17. Basic Necropsy Procedures

      18. Module Four: Medical Nursing

    18. Diagnostic Sampling and Treatment Techniques
    19. Small Animal Medical Nursing
    20. Large Animal Medical Nursing
    21. Neonatal Care of Puppy, Kitten, and Foal
    22. Care of Birds, Reptiles and Small Mammals
    23. Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Alternative Medical Nursing

      24. Module Five: Emergency and Critical Care

    24. Fluid Therapy and Transfusion Medicine
    25. Emergency & Critical Care Nursing
    26. Wound Management and Bandaging

      27. Module Six: Anesthesia, Analgesia and Pharmacology

    27. Pharmacology and Pharmacy
    28. Pain Management
    29. Veterinary Anesthesia

      30. Module Seven: Surgical Nursing

    30. Surgical instruments and Aseptic Technique
    31. Surgical Assistance and Suture Material
    32. Small Animal Surgical Nursing
    33. Large Animal Surgical Nursing
    34. Veterinary Dentistry

      35. Module Eight: End of Life

    35. Geriatric and Hospice Care: Supporting the Aged and Dying Patient
    36. The Human Animal Bond and Euthanasia

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