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Veterinary Assisting Fundamentals and Applications, 2nd Edition
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Designed in accordance with NAVTA-AVA model curriculum, Vanhorn's VETERINARY ASSISTING: FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS, 2ND EDITION, offers a well-rounded, comprehensive approach to learning the skills needed in today's field. The book begins with basic veterinary medical terminology and office procedures before progressing to more advanced skills such as nursing care and radiology. The section on animal production and management covers companion animals, large animals and exotic animals, while a separate section focuses on general anatomy and physiology of each body system, along with related disease processes. Clinical scenarios vividly illustrate how chapter concepts apply in real-world practice. In addition, the MindTap digital platform propels your students from memorization to mastery and gives you complete control of your course.
- Thorough, comprehensive and completely up to date, Vanhorn's VETERINARY ASSISTING: FUNDAMENTALS AND APPLICATIONS, Second Edition, is designed in accordance with the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) Approved Veterinary Assistant (AVA) model curriculum for veterinary assistants.
- The text's expansive coverage includes all aspects of veterinary career fields, including small animal, large animal and exotic animal sections under one complete cover.
- Ideal for high school and adult education programs alike, this valuable teaching resource equips students with details on tasks performed by veterinary assistants as well as other members of the veterinary health care team.
- The Second Edition provides a wealth of easy-to-use resources and tools for the veterinary assistant instructor in a variety of programs, including animal science, FFA, 4-H, secondary and adult education.
- Its far-reaching coverage includes all skill areas -- from office to clinical procedures.
- Taking a competency-based approach, the text presents all skills in a student-friendly, step-by-step format to ensure thorough understanding.
- An entire section on animal production and management covers companion, large and exotic animals.
- Helping you maximize your course prep time, online instructor supplements include an instructor’s manual, PowerPoint presentations and a test bank.
- The online companion website includes exercises and handouts that can be used as additional assignments.
1. Veterinary Medical Terminology and Abbreviations.
2. Medical Records.
3. Scheduling Appointments and Computer Applications.
4. Veterinary Careers.
5. Communication and Client Relations.
6. Veterinary Ethics and Legal Issues.
7. Veterinary Safety and Aseptic Techniques.
Section II: VETERINARY ANIMAL PRODUCTION.
8. Dog Breed Identification and Production Management.
9. Cat Breed Identification and Production Management.
10. Avian Breed Identification and Production Management.
11. Pocket Pet Identification and Production Management.
12. Rabbit Breed Identification and Production Management.
13. Reptile and Amphibian Identification and Production Management.
14. Ornamental Fish and Aquaculture Identification and Production Management.
15. Zoo, Exotic and Wildlife Identification and Production Management.
16. Laboratory and Animal Research Identification and Production Management.
17. Beef and Dairy Cattle Breed Identification and Production Management.
18. Equine and Draft Breed Identification and Production Management.
19. Swine Breed Identification and Production Management.
20. Sheep Breed Identification and Production Management.
21. Goat Breed Identification and Production Management.
22. Poultry Breed Identification and Production Management.
Section III: GENERAL ANATOMY/PHYSIOLOGY AND DISEASE PROCESSES.
23. The Structure of Living Things.
24. The Musculoskeletal System.
25. The Digestive System.
26. The Circulatory System.
27. The Respiratory System.
28. The Endocrine System.
29. The Renal System.
30. The Reproductive System.
31. The Immune System.
32. The Nervous System.
33. The Sensory System.
34. Animal Nutrition.
35. Microbiology and Parasitology as Disease Processes.
Section IV: CLINICAL PROCEDURES.
36. Basic Veterinary Restraint and Handling Procedures.
37. Physical Examination Procedures and Patient History.
38. Veterinary Assistant Procedures.
39. Laboratory Procedures.
40. Radiology and Imaging Procedures.
41. Pharmacy Procedures.
42. Surgical Assisting Procedures.
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Customize interactive syllabi to emphasize priority topics, then add your own material or notes to the eBook as desired. Assign Knowledge Checks and Final Exams by chapter for timely assessment. Certification prep quizzing written in the style of the AVA exam can also be assigned to prepare students for their future career. This outcomes-driven application gives you the tools needed to empower students and boost both understanding and performance.