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Third Edition
By
Denis Lane, BSc(Vet Sci), FRCVS, FRAgS, Veterinary Surgeon in Practice; Former Senior Examiner in Veterinary Nursing
Sue Guthrie, BA, BVetMed, PhD, DipMgmt(Open), MRCVS, Formerly Chief Accountant Director, Caudex Medical Ltd
Sian Griffith, Assistant Director, Clinical Services Division, The Royal Veterinary College, North Mymms, Hatfield, UK
Description
The third edition of this best selling dictionary has been expanded and updated to include new definitions reflecting changes within the
veterinary nursing profession, additional illustrations as well as revised appendices. Intended specifically for members of the veterinary
nursing profession, all aspects of the curriculum are covered making this a comprehensive quick reference source for nurses working in
a busy practice.
Audience
Veterinary nursing students; veterinary nurses; veterinary practices; animal care students; veterinary receptionists
Contents
Dictionary
Appendices:
Temperature, pulse and respiratory rates for various species
Biochemistry parameters for
dogs and cats
Normal parameters for urine for dogs and cats
Haematology parameters for dogs and cats
Zoonotic diseases
Biological
data of smaller pets
Information on caring for smaller animals
Obstetrical information for different species
Mathematical
formulae for use in veterinary nursing
Converting body weight in kilograms and pounds into body surface area in metres squared
Infectious
disease of dogs and cats
Current vaccination schedules for dogs and cats
Average weights for common breeds of dog
Anaesthetic
factors for dogs and cats
Gas cylinder colour coding (UK only)
Dog breeds and coat colours
Cat breeds and coat colours
Veterinary
qualifications: interpretations of letters after names
Useful addresses
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Paperback, 316 pages, publication date: DEC-2007
ISBN-13: 978-0-08-045265-4
ISBN-10: 0-08-045265-5
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
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Last update: 10 Sep 2009
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