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Fundamentals of Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians, 3rd Edition
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More than memorizing drug lists, Romich’s FUNDAMENTALS OF PHARMACOLOGY FOR VETERINARY TECHNICIANS, 3E builds a true understanding of animal medications and their potentially adverse effects, empowering veterinary and animal lab techs on the frontlines of animal patient care. Chapters integrate discussions on basic anatomy and physiology with those about drugs and the diseases they treat. To prepare readers for certification and success at work, content also includes techniques for administering drugs, drug actions, dosing calculations, drug approval processes, safety and legal issues, pharmacy management, job duties, and clinical tips. And to help future vet techs truly master pharmacology, the MindTap digital platform supports learning with practice quizzes, games, ongoing updates, and a full suite of supplemental resources they can rely on during the course and beyond.
- New MindTap: Mastering animal pharmacology has never been easier with student resources such as practice and graded assignments, case studies, videos, math reviews, games, and more. And test banks, clinical assessments, auto-grading, PowerPoint presentations and other digital tools help instructors streamline course preparation.
- Enhanced Visuals: New color photos, tables, and illustrations clearly show medical conditions and their treatments, while digital content such as reviews, case studies, exercises and videos give students interactive ways to review and grasp pharmacology.
- Professional Insights: Reviewed by veterinary professionals in clinical practice, new content includes discussions on veterinary technician responsibilities, in addition to ongoing updates to digital content on drugs used in veterinary practice.
- Integrated Content: A focus on including material from other pharmacological concepts, from medical conditions and terms to anatomy and physiology, shows future vet techs where specific drugs fit into animal treatments and care in clinical settings.
- Animal Meds: Drug discussions highlight important differences between veterinary-approved use of drugs and their human-approved uses.
- Unlimited Learning. With Cengage Unlimited, students and instructors get on-demand access to unlimited Cengage digital resources that boost vet tech skills in basic math, drug dose calculations, chemistry, biology, medical terms and other key areas.
- Career Highlights: Chapters start with thought-provoking introductions that explain the chapter material and connect it to the real-life roles veterinary technicians play in clinical practice.
- VTNE Exam Prep: Rich content and self-testing materials lay a solid foundation for concepts students must know for the Veterinary Technician National Exam.
- AVMA Standards: Updated learning objectives and chapter content align with current American Veterinary Medical Association standards for veterinary medical education, providing students with the most current and relevant information available.
- Case Studies. To give students experience working through issues they’ll experience in the workplace, case studies and professional scenarios challenge them to apply new skills, think critically, and solve realistic problems.
- MindTap Success. The MindTap digital platform makes course set-up easier for instructors with personalized tools, while setting up students for success with review materials, an interactive e-book, and many other options that tap into their potential and take learning to new heights.
- Instructor Support. Course preparation is easier than ever with the included instructor's manual, coordinated PowerPoint presentations, the Cognero test bank, extra critical thinking questions, case studies and updated learning objectives.
- Drug Tables: Reference tables in each chapter offer condensed drug information at a glance.
- Technology Support: Access to professional help gives students and instructors peace of mind whenever questions arise about the Cengage digital platforms they’re using in the classroom and at home.
1. A Brief History of Veterinary Pharmacology.
2. Veterinary Drug Development and Control.
3. Principles and Methods of Drug Administration.
4. Pharmacokinetics.
5. Veterinary Drug Use, Prescribing, Acquisition, and Pharmacy Management.
6. Systems of Measurement in Veterinary Pharmacology.
7. Drugs Affecting the Nervous System.
8. Drugs Acting on the Heart, Blood Vessels, and Blood.
9. Respiratory System Drugs.
10. Hormonal and Reproductive Drugs.
11. Gastrointestinal Drugs.
12. Urinary System Drugs.
13. Drugs Affecting Muscle Function.
14. Antimicrobials.
15. Antiparasitics.
16. Anti-Inflammatory and Pain-Reducing Drugs.
17. Drugs for Skin Conditions.
18. Ophthalmic and Optic Medications.
19. Fluid Therapy and Emergency Drugs.
20. Antineoplastic and Immunosuppressive Drugs.
21. Vaccines.
22. Behavior-Modifying Drugs.
23. Herbal Therapeutics.
Appendix A: Unit Conversions and Math References.
Appendix B: Conversion of Body Weight in Kilograms to Body Surface Area in Meters (for Dogs and Cats).
Appendix C: Metric Conversions Guide.
Appendix D: CRI Calculations.
Appendix E: Vitamin Supplements.
Appendix F: Inventory Management.
Appendix G: Managing Animal Toxicities.
Appendix H: Web Sites of Veterinary Pharmaceutical Companies (moved to MindTap).
Appendix I: Proper Use of Needles and Syringes.
Appendix J: Withdrawing (Aspirating) Medication from a Vial.
Appendix K: Withdrawing (Aspirating) Medication from an Ampule.
Appendix L: Reconstituting a Powder Medication for Administration.
Appendix M: Drugs Listed Alphabetically and Classified by Category.
Appendix N: Dos and Don'ts of Drug Administration.
Appendix O: Euthanasia Procedure.
Appendix P: Math Review (Moved to MindTap).
Appendix Q: Drugs Used During Pregnancy.
Appendix R: Answer Key to Text Questions (Moved to MindTap).
Glossary.
2. Veterinary Drug Development and Control.
3. Principles and Methods of Drug Administration.
4. Pharmacokinetics.
5. Veterinary Drug Use, Prescribing, Acquisition, and Pharmacy Management.
6. Systems of Measurement in Veterinary Pharmacology.
7. Drugs Affecting the Nervous System.
8. Drugs Acting on the Heart, Blood Vessels, and Blood.
9. Respiratory System Drugs.
10. Hormonal and Reproductive Drugs.
11. Gastrointestinal Drugs.
12. Urinary System Drugs.
13. Drugs Affecting Muscle Function.
14. Antimicrobials.
15. Antiparasitics.
16. Anti-Inflammatory and Pain-Reducing Drugs.
17. Drugs for Skin Conditions.
18. Ophthalmic and Optic Medications.
19. Fluid Therapy and Emergency Drugs.
20. Antineoplastic and Immunosuppressive Drugs.
21. Vaccines.
22. Behavior-Modifying Drugs.
23. Herbal Therapeutics.
Appendix A: Unit Conversions and Math References.
Appendix B: Conversion of Body Weight in Kilograms to Body Surface Area in Meters (for Dogs and Cats).
Appendix C: Metric Conversions Guide.
Appendix D: CRI Calculations.
Appendix E: Vitamin Supplements.
Appendix F: Inventory Management.
Appendix G: Managing Animal Toxicities.
Appendix H: Web Sites of Veterinary Pharmaceutical Companies (moved to MindTap).
Appendix I: Proper Use of Needles and Syringes.
Appendix J: Withdrawing (Aspirating) Medication from a Vial.
Appendix K: Withdrawing (Aspirating) Medication from an Ampule.
Appendix L: Reconstituting a Powder Medication for Administration.
Appendix M: Drugs Listed Alphabetically and Classified by Category.
Appendix N: Dos and Don'ts of Drug Administration.
Appendix O: Euthanasia Procedure.
Appendix P: Math Review (Moved to MindTap).
Appendix Q: Drugs Used During Pregnancy.
Appendix R: Answer Key to Text Questions (Moved to MindTap).
Glossary.
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