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Develop strong critical thinking and independent work skills! Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology, 5th Edition features more than 80 illustrated, step-by-step procedures that emphasize the technician’s roles and responsibilities for all AVMA-required psychomotor techniques. This edition includes expanded coverage of complementary medicine, critical care, pet health insurance, and toxicology. Plus, dozens of summary tables and boxes make it easy to find key information.

  • Step-by-step procedures
  • include instructions for all AVMA-required psychomotor techniques, presenting complex procedures clearly and preparing you to master the essential skills required to become a successful veterinary technician.
  • Clinical discussions clearly delineate the technician’s role, enabling you to focus on your roles and responsibilities in every aspect of practice.
  • Summary tables and boxes throughout the text condense complex, vital information, drawing your attention to key information and making it easy to understand.
  • Thoroughly updated content throughout,
  • including major updates to anesthesia, pain management, critical care, and infectious disease, provides the most up-to-date information in these critical areas.
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Part 1 Foundations of Veterinary Practice
1 Overview of Veterinary Technology
1(10)
Education of Veterinary Technicians
2(1)
Nomenclature Describing Veterinary Personnel
2(1)
Scope of Veterinary Technician's Duties
3(1)
Career Opportunities for Veterinary Technicians
3(3)
Salary Ranges for Veterinary Technicians
6(1)
Credentialed Veterinary Technicians: Certification, Registration, and Licensing
6(1)
Veterinary Technician Specialties
6(1)
The Future of Veterinary Technology
7(1)
Veterinary Technician Professional Organizations and Resources
8(2)
Recommended Reading
10(1)
2 Ethical, Legal, and Safety Issues in Veterinary Medicine
11(17)
Ethics
12(3)
Ethics of Working With Animals
12(1)
Ethics of the Veterinary Profession
13(1)
Professional Ethics
13(1)
Ethics of Service to the Public
14(1)
Biomedical Research
15(1)
Obligations to the Animal Kingdom
15(1)
Law
15(3)
Laws That Ensure the Quality of Veterinary Service
15(1)
Practice Acts
15(1)
Common-Law Malpractice
16(1)
Laws That Provide a Safe Business Environment
16(1)
Occupational Safety and Health Act
16(1)
Common-Law Ordinary Negligence
16(1)
Medical Waste Management Laws
16(1)
Laws That Maintain a Nonhostile Working Environment
17(1)
Laws That Govern Labor
17(1)
Laws Governing Controlled Substances
17(1)
Laws That Control the Biomedical Industry
18(1)
Safety
18(9)
Occupational Health and Safety in the Biomedical Industry
18(1)
Occupational Health and Safety Programs
18(1)
Standard Operating Procedures
19(1)
Biosafety Hazard Considerations in Biomedical Laboratories
19(1)
Biosafety Level I
19(1)
Biosafety Level II
19(1)
Biosafety Level III
19(1)
Biosafety Level IV
19(1)
Occupational Health and Safety in Veterinary Practice
19(1)
Machinery and Moving Parts
20(1)
Slips and Falls
20(1)
Lifting
20(1)
Storing Supplies
20(1)
Toxic Substances
20(1)
Heating Devices
20(1)
Eye Safety
20(1)
Hazards of Animal Handling
20(1)
Hazards of Bathing and Dipping
21(1)
Zoonotic Hazards
21(1)
Radiation Hazards
22(1)
Anesthetic Hazards
23(1)
Hazards of Compressed Gases
23(1)
Hazards of Sharp Objects
24(1)
Chemical Hazards
24(2)
Personal Safety
26(1)
Recommended Reading
27(1)
3 Practice Management
28(31)
Front Office Procedures
29(8)
Phone Etiquette
30(1)
Scheduling Appointments
30(1)
Greeting Clients
31(1)
Cleanliness
31(1)
Commonly Used Forms
32(2)
Invoicing Clients
34(2)
Monthly Statements
36(1)
Outstanding Debt Collection
36(1)
The Office Visit
37(2)
Admitting Patients
37(1)
Discharging Patients
38(1)
Pet Health Insurance
39(1)
American Animal Hospital Association and Accreditation
40(1)
Practice Operations
40(13)
Team Members
41(1)
Hiring Team Members
41(1)
Training Team Members
41(1)
Team Leadership
41(1)
Team Member Work Schedules
42(1)
Payroll and Overtime
42(1)
Employee Record Keeping
42(1)
Medical Records
43(1)
Record Format
44(1)
POMR and SOAP
44(2)
Standard Operating Procedures
46(1)
Inventory Management
46(1)
Economic Order Quantity
47(1)
Reorder Point
47(1)
Inventory Turns per Year
47(1)
Developing an Effective Product Markup
48(1)
Decreasing Loss
48(2)
Labeling Prescription Items
50(1)
Developing Effective Cost of Service
50(1)
Controlled Substances
50(1)
Computer and Software Management
51(2)
Facility Maintenance
53(1)
Marketing
53(2)
Brochures
54(1)
Value-Added Services
54(1)
Social Media
54(1)
Disaster Planning
55(3)
Emergency Phone Numbers
55(1)
Facility Information
55(1)
Evacuation Plan
55(1)
Emergency Communication
56(1)
Staying Open for Business After a Disaster
57(1)
Documentation
57(1)
Recommended Reading
58(1)
4 Medical Terminology
59(16)
Introduction to Word Parts
60(1)
Prefix
60(1)
Root Word
60(1)
Combining Form
60(1)
Combining Vowel
60(1)
Combining Vowel Added to a Suffix
60(1)
Compound Word
60(1)
Using Word Parts to Form Words
60(1)
Use of the Prefix
60(1)
Suffix
60(1)
Compound Word
61(1)
Prefix and Suffix
61(1)
Prefix, Root Word, and Suffix
61(1)
Defining Medical Terms Using Word Analysis
61(1)
Combining Forms for Body Parts and Anatomy
61(1)
Suffixes for Surgical Procedures
62(1)
Suffixes for Diseases or Conditions
63(1)
Prefixes for Diseases or Conditions
63(1)
Plural Endings
64(1)
Suffixes for Instruments, Procedures, and Machines
64(1)
Terms for Direction, Position, and Movement
65(2)
Dental Terminology
67(1)
Specific Terminology of Anatomy and Physiology
67(7)
Cells
67(1)
Epithelial Tissue
67(1)
Connective Tissue
68(1)
Skeleton
69(1)
Types of Bones
69(1)
Common Bone Features
69(1)
Axial Skeleton
70(1)
Appendicular Skeleton
71(1)
Visceral Skeleton
71(1)
Joints
71(1)
Integument
72(1)
Skin
72(1)
Hair
72(1)
Claws and Hooves
72(1)
Horns
72(1)
Muscular System
72(1)
Skeletal Muscle
72(1)
Cardiac Muscle
73(1)
Smooth Muscle
73(1)
Recommended Reading
74(1)
Part 2 Veterinary Diagnostics
5 Diagnostic Imaging
75(32)
X-Ray Generation
76(1)
X-Ray Tube Anatomy
76(1)
Radiographic Image Quality
77(5)
Radiographic Density
77(1)
Radiographic Contrast
77(1)
Radiographic Detail
78(1)
Distortion
78(1)
Scatter Radiation
79(2)
Exposure Variables
81(1)
mAs
81(1)
Kilovoltage Peak
81(1)
Source Image Distance
81(1)
Object-Image Distance
82(1)
Radiographic Film
82(1)
Intensifying Screens
83(1)
X-Ray Equipment
83(1)
Digital X-Ray Imaging
84(1)
Computed Radiography
85(1)
Digital Radiography
85(1)
Digital Radiography Storage
85(1)
Radiation Safety
85(2)
Terminology
86(1)
Darkroom Techniques
87(4)
Darkroom Setup
87(1)
Film Identification
88(1)
Safelights
89(1)
Film-Processing Chemistry
89(1)
Developer
89(1)
Fixer
89(1)
Film-Processing Equipment
90(1)
Manual Processing
90(1)
Automatic Processing
91(1)
Silver Recovery
91(1)
Radiographic Artifacts
91(1)
Radiographic Positioning and Terminology
91(1)
Oblique Projections
91(1)
Contrast Studies
92(4)
Positive-Contrast Media
93(3)
Negative-Contrast Media
96(1)
Double-Contrast Procedure
96(1)
Diagnostic Ultrasound
96(4)
Transducers
96(1)
Display Modes
97(1)
A-mode
97(1)
B-mode
97(1)
M-mode
97(1)
Terminology Describing Echotexture
97(1)
Patient Preparation
98(1)
Instrument Controls
98(1)
Brightness and Contrast
98(1)
Depth
98(1)
Gain and Power
98(1)
Time Gain Compensation
98(1)
Artifacts
98(2)
Endoscopy
100(4)
Types of Endoscopes
100(1)
Rigid Endoscopes
100(1)
Flexible Endoscopes
100(1)
Purchasing an Endoscope
101(1)
The Endoscopy Room
101(1)
Accessory Instruments
101(1)
Cleaning a Flexible Endoscope
102(1)
Storing an Endoscope
102(1)
Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
102(1)
Patient Preparation
102(1)
Obtaining Samples
103(1)
Colonoscopy
103(1)
Bronchoscopy
103(1)
Cystoscopy
103(1)
Rhinoscopy
104(1)
Computed Tomography
104(1)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
104(1)
Nuclear Medicine
105(1)
Recommended Readings
106(1)
6 Hematology and Hemostasis
107(32)
Laboratory Instrumentation and Equipment
108(1)
Laboratory Safety
109(1)
Quality Control
110(1)
Test Selection and Test Conditions
110(1)
Sample Quality
110(1)
Technician Skill
110(1)
Electrical Power Surges
110(1)
Equipment Maintenance
110(1)
Record Keeping
111(1)
Sample Collection
111(2)
Collection Equipment
112(1)
Sample Type
112(1)
Whole Blood
112(1)
Plasma
112(1)
Anticoagulants
113(1)
Formation and Functions of Blood and Blood Cells
113(1)
Erythropoiesis
113(1)
Hemoglobin Synthesis
113(1)
Leukopoiesis
114(1)
Complete Blood Count
114(6)
Cell Counts
115(1)
Impedance Counters
116(1)
Qualitative Bujfy Coat System
116(1)
Laser Flow Cytometry
116(1)
Combination Methods
117(1)
Hemoglobin Testing and Packed Cell Volume
117(1)
Total Plasma Protein Determination
118(1)
Erythrocyte Indices
119(1)
Histograms
119(1)
Differential Blood Cell Count
120(1)
Evaluating the Blood Smear
120(3)
Performing the Differential
121(2)
Erythrocyte Morphology
123(1)
Variations in Erythrocyte Morphology
123(1)
Blood Parasites
123(1)
Leukocyte Morphology
123(5)
Lymphocytes
124(1)
Monocytes
124(1)
Eosinophils
124(1)
Basophils
124(4)
Variations in Leukocyte Morphology
128(1)
Platelets
128(1)
Platelet Assessment Methods
128(1)
Reticulocyte Counts
128(5)
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
133(1)
Bone Marrow Examination
133(1)
Hemostasis
134(1)
Overview of Hemostasis
134(1)
Hemostatic Defects
135(1)
Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
135(1)
Assessment of Coagulation and Hemostasis
135(1)
Primary Hemostatic Tests
135(1)
Platelet Counts and Estimates
135(1)
Buccal Mucosal Bleeding Time
136(1)
Secondary Hemostatic Tests
136(2)
Activated Clotting Time
136(1)
Prothrombin Time Test
136(1)
Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time Test
136(1)
Fibrinogen Determination
136(1)
PTVKA Test
137(1)
Fibrin Degradation Products and D-Dimer Tests
137(1)
Recommended Reading
138(1)
7 Clinical Chemistry and Serology
139(26)
Sample Collection
140(1)
Blood Collection
140(1)
Small Animals
140(1)
Large Animals
141(1)
Sample Type
141(1)
Whole Blood
141(1)
Plasma
141(1)
Serum
141(1)
Laboratory Selection
142(1)
Laboratory Equipment
142(1)
Features and Benefits of Common Analyzer Types
143(2)
Types of Photometric Testing
144(1)
Hepatobiliary Function Testing
145(8)
Protein
145(1)
Albumin
145(1)
Globulin
146(1)
Albumin-to'-Globulin Ratio
146(1)
Fibrinogen
146(1)
Bilirubin
146(1)
Bile Acids
147(1)
Ammonia
147(1)
Cholesterol
147(1)
Enzyme Analyses
148(1)
Phosphatases
148(1)
Transferases
148(1)
Dehydrogenases
149(1)
Kidney Function Testing
149(1)
Urea Nitrogen
149(1)
Creatinine
149(1)
Uric Acid
149(1)
Pancreatic Function Testing
149(1)
Amylase
150(1)
Lipase
150(1)
Glucose
150(1)
Fructosamine
151(1)
6-Hydroxy butyrate
151(1)
Other Serum Assays
151(1)
Creatine Kinase
151(1)
Lactate Dehydrogenase
151(1)
Lactate
152(1)
Electrolytes
152(1)
Sodium
152(1)
Potassium
153(1)
Chloride
153(1)
Calcium
153(1)
Inorganic Phosphorus
153(1)
Magnesium
153(1)
Basic Principles of Immunology
153(2)
Role of White Blood Cells in Immunity
154(1)
Granulocytes
154(1)
Agranulocytes
155(1)
Antibodies
155(1)
Types of Immunologic Tests
155(6)
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
156(1)
Rapid Immunomigration
156(3)
Agglutination Test
159(1)
Precipitation Tests
159(1)
Immunodiffusion
159(1)
Radioimmunoassay
160(1)
Coombs Test
160(1)
Fluorescent Antibody Tests
160(1)
Intradermal Skin Testing
160(1)
Tuberculin Skin Test
161(1)
Antibody Titers
161(1)
Molecular Diagnostics
161(1)
Common Errors and Artifacts
161(2)
Sample Quality
162(1)
Washing
162(1)
Incubation
162(1)
Storage
163(1)
Choosing a Test Kit
163(1)
Test Significance
163(1)
Recommended Reading
164(1)
8 Microbiology, Cytology, and Urinalysis
165(34)
Microbiology
166(1)
Characteristics of Bacteria
166(1)
Mycology
166(1)
Materials Needed for the In-House Microbiology Lab
167(8)
Sample Processing Materials
169(1)
Culture Media
170(1)
Stains
171(1)
Additional Materials
172(1)
Inoculating Culture Media
172(1)
Inoculating Dermatophyte Test Media
172(1)
Incubating Bacterial Cultures
173(1)
Biochemical Test Materials
174(1)
Immunologic Testing
175(1)
Antimicrobial Sensitivity-Testing
175(1)
Quality Control Concerns
175(1)
Cytology
176(1)
Collection and Preparation of Samples From Tissues and Masses
176(3)
Impression Smears
176(1)
Scrapings
177(1)
Swabbings
177(1)
Fine-Needle Biopsy
177(1)
Preparation Techniques for Solid Samples
178(1)
Compression Technique
178(1)
Modified Compression Technique
178(1)
Combination Method
178(1)
Collection and Preparation of Fluid Samples
179(10)
Transtracheal and Bronchial Washes
179(1)
Concentration Techniques
179(1)
Slide Preparation
180(1)
Line Smear
180(1)
Starfish Smear
180(1)
Staining of Cytology Specimens
180(1)
Examination of Cytology Specimens
181(1)
Terminology
181(3)
Inflammation
184(1)
Neoplasia
184(1)
Vaginal Cytology
185(2)
Semen Evaluation
187(1)
Histology
188(1)
Urinalysis
189(1)
Formation of Urine
189(1)
Sample Collection
189(1)
The Complete Urinalysis
190(8)
Specific Gravity
191(1)
Biochemical Testing
191(1)
Protein
191(1)
Glucose
192(1)
Ketones
192(1)
Ph
192(1)
Bilirubin
192(1)
Occult Blood
192(1)
Microscopic Examination of Urine Sediment
192(1)
Elements in Urinary Sediment
192(1)
Cells
192(1)
Casts
193(1)
Crystals
194(3)
Bacteria
197(1)
Miscellaneous
197(1)
Recommended Reading
198(1)
9 Parasitology
199(40)
Parasitology
199(1)
Classification of Parasites
200(21)
Kingdom Protista, Subkingdom Protozoa
200(1)
Phylum Sarcomastigophora (Sarcodina)
200(1)
Phylum Apicomplexa
200(3)
Phylum Ciliophora
203(1)
Kingdom Animalia
203(1)
Phylum Platyhelminthes
203(2)
Phylum Nematoda
205(2)
Phylum Acanthocephala
207(3)
Rickettsial Parasites
210(1)
Phylum Arthropoda
210(11)
Diagnostic Techniques in Parasitology
221(9)
Sample Collection and Handling
223(1)
Fecal Samples
223(1)
Blood Samples
223(1)
Miscellaneous Samples
223(1)
Evaluation of Fecal Specimens
223(1)
Direct Smear
223(1)
Fecal Flotation
224(1)
Centrifugal Flotation
225(2)
Fecal Sedimentation
227(1)
Cellophane Tape Preparation
227(1)
Baermann Technique
228(1)
Miscellaneous Fecal Examinations
228(2)
Evaluation of Blood Samples
230(8)
Direct Drop
230(1)
Filter Test
230(1)
Modified Knott's Test
231(1)
Immunologic Tests
232(1)
Miscellaneous Parasitologic Evaluations
232(6)
Recommended Reading
238(1)
Part 3 Veterinary Therapeutics
10 Pharmacology and Pharmacy
239(29)
Drug Names
240(1)
Dosage Forms
241(1)
Prescriptions and Dispensing Medication
241(1)
Writing Prescriptions
241(1)
Components of a Prescription
242(1)
Containers for Dispensing Medication
242(1)
Calculating Drug Doses
242(1)
Examples
243(1)
Storing and Handling Drugs in the Pharmacy
243(1)
Storing and Prescribing Controlled Substances
244(1)
Handling Cytotoxic Drugs
245(1)
Therapeutic Range
245(1)
Dosage Regimen
245(1)
Routes of Administration
245(2)
Movement of Drug Molecules in the Body
246(1)
How Drugs Exert Their Effect
247(1)
Drugs Affecting the Gastrointestinal Tract
247(3)
Emetics
247(1)
Antiemetics
247(1)
Antidiarrheals
248(1)
Adsorbents and Protectants
248(1)
Laxatives, Lubricants, and Stool Softeners
248(1)
Antacids
249(1)
Antiulcer Drugs
249(1)
Appetite Stimulant Drugs
249(1)
Ruminatorics and Antibloat Medications
249(1)
Drugs Affecting the Cardiovascular System
250(2)
Antiarrhythmic Drugs
250(1)
Positive Inotropic Agents
250(1)
Vasodilators
251(1)
Diuretics
251(1)
Drugs Affecting the Respiratory System
252(1)
Antitussives
252(1)
Mucolytics, Expectorants, and Decongestants
252(1)
Bronchodilators
252(1)
Drugs Affecting the Endocrine System
253(1)
Drugs Used to Treat Hypothyroidism
253(1)
Drugs Used to Treat Hyperthyroidism
253(1)
Endocrine Pancreatic Drugs
253(1)
Drugs Used to Treat Hypoadrenocorticism
254(1)
Drugs Used to Treat Hyperadrenocorticism
254(1)
Drugs Affecting Reproduction
254(1)
Drugs Affecting the Nervous System
255(3)
Anesthetics
255(1)
Tranquilizers and Sedatives
256(1)
Analgesics
256(1)
Anticonvulsants
257(1)
Central Nervous System Stimulants
257(1)
Antimicrobials
258(2)
Penicillins
258(1)
Cephalosporins
258(1)
Bacitracins
259(1)
Aminoglycosides
259(1)
Fluoroquinolones
259(1)
Tetracyclines
259(1)
Sulfonamides and Potentiated Sulfonamides
259(1)
Lincosamides
260(1)
Macrolides
260(1)
Metronidazole
260(1)
Nitrofurans
260(1)
Chloramphenicol and Fluorfenicol
260(1)
Rifampin
260(1)
Antifungals
260(1)
Amphotericin B
260(1)
Nystatin
261(1)
Flucytosine
261(1)
Fluconazole, Ketoconazole, and Itraconazole
261(1)
Griseofulvin
261(1)
Antiparasitics
261(2)
Internal Antiparasitics
261(1)
External Antiparasitics
262(1)
Antiinflammatories
263(1)
Glucocorticoids
263(1)
Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs
264(1)
Other Antiinflammatories
264(1)
Disinfectants and Antiseptics
264(3)
Phenols
264(1)
Alcohols
265(1)
Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
265(1)
Chlorine Compounds
265(1)
Iodophors
265(1)
Biguanides
266(1)
Glutaraldehyde
266(1)
Hydrogen Peroxide
266(1)
Recommended Reading
267(1)
11 Pathology, Response to Disease, and Preventive Medicine
268(32)
Pathology
269(13)
Terminology
269(1)
Fever, Inflammation, and Response to Injury
269(1)
Fever
269(1)
Signs of Inflammation
269(1)
Cells of the Inflammatory Process
270(1)
Inflammatory Exudates
270(1)
Vascular Changes Associated With Inflammation
271(1)
Healing and Repair of Damaged Tissues
271(1)
Pathogens
272(1)
Parasites
272(1)
Bacteria
272(1)
Viruses
272(1)
Nonpathogens
273(1)
Immune Response
274(1)
Humoral Immunity
274(1)
Cell-Mediated Immunity
275(1)
Hypersensitivity Reactions
275(1)
Public Health
276(1)
Epidemiology
276(1)
Food Hygiene
276(1)
Zoonotic Diseases
277(1)
Disease Transmission
277(3)
Maintenance of Disease
280(1)
Control of Zoonotic Diseases
281(1)
Preventive medicine
282(17)
Husbandry
282(1)
Temperature, Light, and Ventilation
282(1)
Housing
282(1)
Nutrition
283(1)
Animal Identification
283(1)
Vaccination and Preventive Medication
284(1)
Vaccination of Dogs
285(1)
Vaccination of Cats
285(1)
Vaccination of Horses
285(6)
Vaccination of Cattle
291(1)
Vaccination of Pigs
291(1)
Vaccination of Goats and Sheep
292(1)
Vaccination of Llamas and Alpacas
292(1)
Antibody Titers Instead of Vaccination
293(1)
Use of Preventive Medication
294(1)
Sanitation
294(1)
Factors Predisposing to Disease
294(1)
Genetic Factors
294(1)
Dietary Factors
294(1)
Environmental Factors
294(1)
Metabolic Factors
295(1)
Wellness Programs
295(1)
Implementing a Wellness Program
295(1)
What to Include
295(1)
The In-House Laboratory
295(1)
Physical Examination
296(1)
Blood Tests
296(1)
Coagulation Profile
297(1)
Parasite Exams
298(1)
Urinalysis
298(1)
Radiography and Electrocardiography
298(1)
Miscellaneous Tests
298(1)
Recommended Reading
299(1)
12 Management of Wounds, Fractures, and Other Injuries
300(23)
Introduction
301(1)
Wound Healing
301(2)
Phases of Wound Healing
301(1)
Types of Wound Healing
301(1)
Wound Contamination and Infection
301(1)
Wound Categories
302(1)
Use of Antibacterials
302(1)
Wound Management
303(3)
First Aid
303(1)
Wound Assessment
303(1)
Clipping
303(1)
Scrubbing
303(1)
Wound Lavage
303(1)
Anesthesia and Analgesia
304(1)
Debridement
304(1)
Drainage
305(1)
Wound Closure
306(3)
Closure With Sutures
307(1)
Nonclosure
308(1)
Second-Intention Healing in Horses
309(1)
Covering Wounds
309(3)
Principles of Bandage Application
309(1)
Bandage Components
310(1)
Primary Layer
310(1)
Secondary Layer
311(1)
Tertiary Layer
311(1)
Orthopedic Bandages and Splints
312(3)
Robert Jones Compression Bandage
312(1)
Indications
312(1)
Precautions
312(1)
Soft Padded and Coaptation Bandages
312(1)
Indications
312(1)
Modifications
312(1)
Precautions
312(1)
Spica Splint
312(2)
Schroeder-Thomas Splint
314(1)
Ehmer Sling
315(1)
Indications
315(1)
Modified Ehmer Sling
315(1)
Indications
315(1)
Velpeau Sling
315(1)
Indications
315(1)
Precautions
315(1)
Casts
315(2)
Indications
315(1)
Materials
315(1)
Technique
315(1)
Maintaining Bandages, Splints, and Casts
315(2)
Home Care of Bandages
317(1)
Bandage, Cast, and Splint Removal
317(1)
Management of Specific Wound Types
317(5)
Penetrating Wounds
317(1)
Gunshot Wounds
317(1)
Arrow Wounds
317(1)
Snakebites
318(2)
Burns
320(1)
Thermal Burns
320(1)
Electrical Burns
320(1)
Chemical Burns
320(1)
Bite Wounds
320(1)
Decubital Ulcers
320(2)
Recommended Reading
322(1)
13 Veterinary Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Anesthetic Nursing
323(45)
Introduction
324(8)
Role of Veterinary Technicians
324(1)
Pain Management
324(2)
Pain-Relief Modalities
326(1)
Analgesia
326(3)
Goals of an Anesthetic-Analgesic Plan
329(3)
Fundamentals of Anesthesia
332(1)
Steps of Anesthesia
333(31)
Step 1 Patient Evaluation
333(1)
Patient Characteristics
334(1)
Medical History
334(1)
Physical Examination
335(1)
Diagnostic Testing
335(1)
Step 2 Patient Preparation
335(2)
Step 3 Equipment and Supplies
337(1)
Supplies for Intravenous Fluid Administration
337(1)
Endotracheal Tubes
338(1)
Laryngoscope
339(1)
Medical Gas Supply
339(2)
Anesthesia Machines
341(1)
Flow Meters
341(1)
Vaporizers
342(1)
Breathing Circuits
343(2)
Nonrebreathing Circuits
345(1)
Anesthetic Systems
345(2)
Step 4 Preanesthetic Medication
347(1)
Anticholinergics
347(1)
Calming and Analgesic Agents
347(1)
Step 5 Induction
347(3)
Drugs for Anesthetic Induction
350(1)
Endotracheal Intubation in Dogs and Cats
350(1)
Step 6 Maintenance of Anesthesia
351(2)
Inhalant Anesthetics
353(1)
Flow Rates for Nonrebreathing Systems
354(1)
Anesthetic Delivery, Uptake, Distribution, and Elimination
354(1)
Anesthetic Monitoring
355(1)
Monitoring Anesthetic Depth
355(2)
Monitoring Physiologic Conditions
357(1)
Monitoring Respiratory Function
358(1)
Monitoring Cardiovascular Function
359(3)
Monitoring Body Temperature
362(1)
Responding to Adverse Events
362(2)
Step 7 Recovery
364(1)
Large Animal Anesthesia
364(3)
Recommended Reading
367(1)
14 Principles of Surgical Nursing
368(35)
General Surgical Principles
369(1)
Basic Surgical Terminology
369(2)
Abdominal Incisions
369(1)
Thoracic Incisions
370(1)
Common Surgical Procedures
370(1)
Soft Tissue Procedures
370(1)
Orthopedic (Bone) Procedures
370(1)
Preoperative and Postoperative Considerations
371(1)
Preoperative Evaluation
371(1)
Postoperative Evaluation
371(1)
Body Temperature
371(1)
Body Weight
371(1)
Attitude/Mentation
371(1)
Appetite and Thirst
371(1)
Urination and Defecation
371(1)
The Appearance of the Surgical Wound
371(1)
Postoperative Complications
371(1)
Hemorrhage
371(1)
Seroma and Hematoma
371(1)
Infection
371(1)
Wound Dehiscence
372(1)
Principles of Asepsis
372(3)
Contamination and Infection
372(1)
Rules of Aseptic Technique
372(1)
Sterilization and Disinfection
372(1)
Mode of Action
373(1)
Quality Control for Sterilization and Disinfection
374(1)
Steam Sterilization
375(1)
Care and Maintenance of Surgical Instruments and Supplies
375(5)
Instrument Cleaning
376(1)
Instrument Lubricating and Autoclaving
376(1)
Wrapping Instrument Packs
377(1)
Gas Sterilization
377(1)
Cold Chemical Sterilization
377(2)
Folding and Wrapping Gowns
379(1)
Folding and Wrapping Drapes
379(1)
Storing Sterilized Items
380(1)
Preparation of the Operative Site
380(3)
Hair Removal and Skin Scrubbing
380(3)
Positioning
383(1)
Sterile Skin Preparation
383(1)
Preparation of the Surgical Team
383(6)
Surgical Attire
383(2)
The Surgical Scrub
385(2)
Gowning
387(1)
Closed Gloving
387(1)
Open Gloving
387(1)
Assisted Gloving
387(2)
Glove Removal During Surgery
389(1)
Surgical Assisting
389(4)
Draping and Organizing the Instrument Table
390(1)
Draping
391(1)
Unwrapping or Opening Sterile Items
392(1)
Unwrapping Sterile Linen or Paper Packs
392(1)
Unwrapping Sterile Items in Paper or Plastic or Plastic Peel-Back Pouches
393(1)
Surgical Instruments
393(4)
Scalpels and Blades
393(1)
Laser Scalpel
393(1)
Electroscalpel
394(1)
Scissors
394(1)
Needle Holders
394(1)
Tissue Forceps
394(1)
Hemostatic Forceps
395(1)
Hemostatic Techniques and Materials
395(1)
Retractors
396(1)
Miscellaneous Instruments
396(1)
Instruments for Large Animal Surgery
396(1)
Dehorning Instruments
396(1)
Castrating Instruments
397(1)
Suture Materials
397(3)
Suture Characteristics
397(1)
Absorbable Suture Materials
398(1)
Surgical Gut
398(1)
Synthetic Absorbable Materials
398(1)
Nonabsorbable Suture Materials
398(1)
Organic Nonabsorbable Materials
398(1)
Synthetic Nonabsorbable Materials
398(1)
Metallic Sutures
398(1)
Suture Needles
398(2)
Other Materials Used in Wound Closure
400(1)
Tissue Adhesives
400(1)
Skin Staples
400(1)
Surgical Mesh
400(1)
Suture Removal
400(2)
Recommended Reading
402(1)
15 Fluid Therapy and Blood Transfusion
403(39)
Fluid Therapy
404(2)
Fluid Distribution
404(1)
Electrolytes
405(1)
Acid-Base Balance
406(1)
Clinical Aspects of Fluid Therapy
406(2)
History
406(1)
Physical Examination
407(1)
Laboratory Tests
408(1)
Fluid Choices
408(2)
Crystalloids
408(1)
Artificial Colloids
409(1)
Indications for Fluid Therapy
410(4)
Hemorrhage
411(1)
Shock
411(1)
Dehydration
412(1)
Maintenance Fluids
412(1)
Ongoing Losses
412(1)
Correcting Electrolyte Imbalances
412(1)
Diuresis
413(1)
Drug Therapy
413(1)
Routes of Fluid Administration
414(2)
Oral
414(1)
Subcutaneous
415(1)
Intravenous
415(1)
Intraperitoneal
416(1)
Intraosseous
416(1)
Intravenous Catheter Selection
416(5)
Butterfly (Winged) Needle
417(1)
Over-the-Needle
417(2)
Through-the-Needle
419(1)
Multilumen
419(1)
Peripherally Inserted Central Venous Catheters
420(1)
Subcutaneous Vascular Access Ports
420(1)
Intravenous Catheter Placement and Maintenance
421(1)
Fluid Administration
421(2)
Parenteral Nutrition
423(1)
Transfusion Medicine
424(1)
Clinical Evaluation of Bleeding
424(3)
Hemostasis
424(1)
History
425(1)
Physical Exam
426(1)
Laboratory Tests
426(1)
Practical Hemostatic Tests
427(1)
Whole Blood and Blood Components
427(5)
Oxygen Support
427(2)
Whole Blood
429(1)
Packed Red Blood Cells
430(1)
Hemostatic Support
430(1)
Platelets
430(1)
Plasma
431(1)
Cryoprecipitate
431(1)
Cryosupematant Plasma
432(1)
Alternative Therapies
432(1)
Xenotransjusion and Autotransfusion
432(1)
Blood Types
432(2)
Canine and Feline Blood Typing Methods
433(1)
Card-Based Agglutination Test
433(1)
Immunochromatography Assay
434(1)
Sources of Donor Blood
434(2)
Canine Blood Donors
434(1)
Feline Blood Donors
435(1)
Blood Collection
436(1)
Blood Collection Systems
436(1)
Anticoagulant-Preservative Solutions
437(1)
Blood Storage
437(1)
Blood Administration
437(3)
Testing for Compatibility
437(1)
Preparing Blood for Transfusion
438(1)
Transfusion Volume
439(1)
Administration Routes
439(1)
Administration Rates
439(1)
Transfusion Reactions
440(1)
Immune-Mediated Transfusion Reactions
440(1)
Nonimmune-Mediated Transfusion Reactions
440(1)
Recommended Reading
441(1)
16 Emergency and Critical Care
442(33)
Introduction
443(1)
Emergency Readiness and Preparation
443(5)
Facility and Equipment
443(1)
Crash Cart
443(3)
Miscellaneous Emergency Equipment
446(2)
Staff
448(1)
Client
448(1)
Hospital Care
448(2)
Triage
448(1)
Initial Evaluation
449(1)
Primary Survey and Resuscitation
449(1)
Airway/Breathing
449(1)
Circulation
449(1)
Dysfunction/Disability
449(1)
Examination
450(1)
Secondary Survey
450(1)
Definitive Management
450(1)
Emergencies
450(12)
Cardiovascular Emergencies
450(1)
Cardiac Arrest
450(1)
Hypovolemic Shock
451(4)
Congestive Heart Failure
455(2)
Aortic Thromboembolism
457(1)
Common Noncardiac Emergencies
458(1)
Acute Abdomen
458(1)
Poisonings and Intoxications
458(2)
Urogenital Emergencies
460(1)
Azotemia
460(1)
Acute Renal Failure
460(1)
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease With Obstruction
460(1)
Dystocia
461(1)
Pyometra
461(1)
Endocrine System Emergencies
461(1)
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
461(1)
Hypoadrenocorticism (Addisonian Crisis)
462(1)
Emergency Procedures
462(2)
Emergency Endotracheal Intubation
462(1)
Tracheostomy Tube Placement
462(2)
Thoracocentesis
464(1)
Chest Tube Placement
464(1)
Oxygen Therapy
465(2)
Overview
465(1)
Methods of Oxygen Administration
465(1)
Face Mask
465(1)
Oxygen Hood
466(1)
Oxygen Cage
467(1)
Nasal Oxygen
467(1)
Diagnostic Peritoneal Lavage
467(1)
Critical Care
467(7)
Patient Assessment and Monitoring
467(1)
Cardiovascular System
467(3)
Respiratory System
470(1)
Central Nervous System
471(1)
Fluids In and Fluids Out
471(1)
Temperature
471(1)
Charting
472(1)
Critical Care Nursing Protocols
472(1)
Intravenous Catheter Care
472(1)
Urinary Catheter Care
472(1)
Respiratory Care
472(1)
Blood Transfusion
473(1)
Care of the Recumbent Patient
473(1)
Nosocomial Infection
473(1)
Patient's Mental Well-Being
473(1)
Summary
474(1)
Recommended Reading
474(1)
17 Small Animal Dentistry
475(25)
Introduction
476(1)
Oral Anatomy
476(2)
Skull Types and Malocclusions
476(1)
Mesaticephalic
476(1)
Brachycephalic
476(1)
Dolichocephalic
476(1)
Visual Oral Anatomy
476(1)
Tooth Anatomy
477(1)
Periodontium
477(1)
Dental Formulas
478(1)
Dental Instruments
478(3)
Power Scaling Units
478(1)
Hand-Scaling Instruments
479(1)
Polishing Equipment
480(1)
Preparation for Dental Procedures
481(1)
Anesthesia and Pain Management
481(1)
Equipment Setup
482(1)
Personal Protective Equipment
482(1)
Periodontal Disease
482(2)
Prophylaxis or Dental Cleaning
484(3)
Dental Records
487(1)
Triadan System
487(1)
Alphanumeric System
487(1)
Modified Alphanumeric System
488(1)
Charting System Overview
488(1)
Other Symbols and Abbreviations
488(1)
Oral Radiology
488(5)
Radiographic Equipment
488(2)
Radiographic Techniques
490(2)
Patient Positioning and Film or Sensor Placement
492(1)
Cone Placement
492(1)
Home Dental Care
493(6)
Home Dental Care Products
493(3)
Ingredients in Dental Products
496(1)
At-Home Brushing Process
497(2)
Recommended Reading
499(1)
18 Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Complementary Medicine
500(15)
Hands-on Therapy
501(4)
Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
501(1)
Cryotherapy
501(1)
Local Hyperthermia/Heat Therapy
502(1)
Combination Therapy
502(1)
Passive Exercise
502(1)
Active Exercise
503(1)
Hydrotherapy
504(1)
Veterinary Chiropractic
504(1)
Alternative and Complementary Medicine
505(9)
Traditional Chinese Medicine
505(1)
Acupuncture
505(2)
Herbal Therapies
507(1)
Aromatherapy
508(1)
Homeopathy
509(1)
Flower Essences
509(1)
Laser Therapy
510(3)
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy
513(1)
Recommended Reading
514(1)
Part 4 Animal Care and Husbandry
19 Animal Behavior
515(14)
What Is Behavior and Where Does It Come From?
516(1)
Preventing Behavior Problems in Companion Animals
517(2)
House Training
517(1)
Dogs
518(1)
Cats
518(1)
Preventing Destructive Behavior by Cats
519(2)
Scratching Posts
520(1)
Orientation
520(1)
Texture
521(1)
Preventing Destructive Behavior by Dogs
521(1)
Appealing Toys
521(1)
Preventing Aggressive Behavior Problems
522(1)
Puppy Tests
522(1)
Castration
522(1)
Socialization
523(1)
Behavior in the Clinic
523(1)
Providing Problem Prevention Services
523(1)
Providing Problem Resolution Services
524(2)
Referring Cases to Behavior Specialists
526(1)
Evaluating Referral Resources
526(1)
Making the Referral
526(1)
Behavior Problems in Exotic and Farm Animals
527(1)
Recommended Reading
528(1)
20 Physical Restraint
529(31)
Basic Animal Behavior
530(1)
Flight or Fight
530(1)
Protective Mothers
530(1)
Fear Free Initiative
530(1)
Low-stress Handling
530(1)
Visits and Treatments
530(1)
Restraint and Handling of Dogs
531(2)
Canine Behavior
531(1)
Danger Potential
531(1)
Mechanical Devices
531(1)
Leash
531(1)
Gauntlet
531(1)
Muzzle
532(1)
Catchpole
532(1)
Voice
532(1)
Restraint Techniques
533(7)
Removing Dogs From Cages or Runs
533(1)
Lifting a Dog
534(1)
Standing Restraint
534(1)
Crowding
535(1)
Sitting or Sternal Recumbency
535(1)
Lateral Recumbency
535(1)
Dorsal Recumbency
535(1)
Snubbing
535(1)
Restraint and Handling of Cats
536(1)
Feline Behavior
536(1)
Danger Potential
536(1)
Mechanical Devices
537(1)
Towel and Blanket
537(1)
Feline Restraint Bags
537(1)
Muzzle
538(1)
Gauntlet
538(1)
Distraction Techniques
538(1)
Caveman Pats
538(1)
PuffiofAir
538(1)
Restraint Techniques
538(1)
Removal From a Carrier
538(1)
Removal From a Cage
538(1)
Sitting or Sternal Recumbency
538(1)
Lateral Recumbency
539(1)
Dorsal Recumbency
540(1)
Restraint and Handling of Small Mammals
540(3)
Danger Potential
540(1)
Mechanical Devices
540(1)
Capture
540(1)
Hamsters, Mice, Gerbils, Guinea Pigs, and Rats
541(1)
Restraint
541(1)
Rabbits
542(1)
Sternal Recumbency
542(1)
Wrapping
542(1)
Dorsal Recumbency
543(1)
Ferrets
543(1)
Scruffing
543(1)
Wrapping
543(1)
Restraint and Handling of Birds
543(1)
Restraint and Handling of Horses
543(7)
Equine Behavior
543(1)
Body Language
544(1)
Ears
544(1)
Mouth
544(1)
Head
544(1)
Feet
544(1)
Tail
544(1)
Danger Potential
544(1)
Mechanical Devices
544(1)
Halter
544(1)
Twitch
544(1)
Chain Shank
544(1)
Stocks
545(1)
Distraction Techniques
545(1)
Skin Twitch
545(1)
Eyelid Press
546(1)
Ear Hold
547(1)
Blindfolding
547(1)
Restraint Techniques
547(1)
Approaching a Horse
547(1)
Leading a Horse
547(1)
Tying a Horse
547(1)
Halter Tie
547(1)
Picking up Feet
547(2)
Tying a Leg
549(1)
Tail Tie
550(1)
Restraining Foals
550(1)
Restraint and Handling of Cattle
550(4)
Bovine Behavior
550(1)
Danger Potential
550(1)
Mechanical Devices
551(1)
Squeeze Chute
551(1)
Halter
551(1)
Stanchions
552(1)
Electric Prod
552(1)
Whips
552(1)
Hobbles
552(1)
Tilt Table
552(1)
Restraint Techniques
552(1)
Approaching and Moving
552(1)
Oral Medications
553(1)
Tail Jacking
553(1)
Restraint of Calves
554(1)
Flanking
554(1)
Restraint and Handling of Goats
554(1)
Caprine Behavior
554(1)
Restraint Techniques
555(1)
Catching and Holding
555(1)
Halter
555(1)
Stanchion
555(1)
Restraint and Handling of Sheep
555(2)
Ovine Behavior
555(1)
Restraint Techniques
555(1)
Catching and Holding
555(1)
Setting Up
556(1)
Halter
556(1)
Restraint and Handling of Pigs
557(2)
Porcine Behavior
557(1)
Danger Potential
557(1)
Restraint Techniques
557(1)
Driving and Catching
557(1)
Directing a Single Pig
557(1)
Hog Snare
557(1)
Restraining Piglets
557(1)
Restraining Potbellied Pigs
558(1)
Recommended Reading
559(1)
21 Patient History and Physical Examination
560(20)
Introduction
560(1)
Technician-Client Interaction
561(3)
Communicating With Clients
561(1)
Obtaining a History
561(1)
The Introductory Statement
561(1)
Patient Characteristics
562(1)
Origin, Prior Ownership, and Current Environment
562(1)
Past Medical History
562(1)
Vaccination Status
563(1)
The Presenting Complaint
563(1)
Concluding the History
564(1)
Physical Examination
564(9)
Primary Techniques for Physical Examination
565(1)
Inspection
565(1)
Palpation
565(1)
Percussion
565(1)
Auscultation
566(1)
General Survey
567(1)
Mentation and Level of Consciousness
567(1)
General Appearance
568(1)
State of Nutrition
568(1)
Symmetry
568(1)
Posture and Gait
568(1)
Vital Signs
568(1)
The Senses
568(1)
Neurologic Evaluation
569(1)
Respiratory Rate and Effort
570(1)
Heart Rate
571(1)
Heart Rhythm
571(1)
Indications of Perfusion
572(1)
Evaluating Body Temperature
573(1)
Systematic Approach to Physical Examination
573(4)
Examination of the Head and Neck
573(1)
Examination of the Trunk and Forelimbs
574(1)
Examination of the Thorax
574(1)
Lower Respiratory Tract
574(1)
Examination of the Abdomen
575(1)
Examination of the Hind Limbs
575(1)
Examination of External Genitalia and Perineum
576(1)
Physical Examination in Emergencies
577(2)
Triage, Primary Survey, and Secondary Survey
577(1)
Classification System for Triage
577(2)
Recommended Reading
579(1)
22 Nutrition
580(26)
Digestive System
581(1)
Energy-Producing Nutrients
581(1)
Proteins
581(1)
Fats
582(1)
Carbohydrates
582(1)
Non-Energy-Producing Nutrients
582(1)
Water
582(1)
Vitamins
582(1)
Minerals
582(1)
Feeding Considerations for Dogs
583(1)
Feeding Methods
583(1)
Portion Control
583(1)
Free Choice
583(1)
Time Control
583(1)
American Association of Feed Control Officials
583(6)
Feeding the Gestating or Lactating Dog
583(1)
Feeding Puppies
584(1)
Feeding Adult Dogs
584(3)
Feeding Active Dogs
587(1)
Feeding Geriatric Dogs
587(1)
Feeding Overweight Dogs
587(2)
Feeding Considerations for Cats
589(1)
Feeding Fattens
589(1)
Feeding Adult Cats
589(1)
Feeding Cats With Lower Urinary Tract / Disease
589(1)
Feeding Geriatric Cats
589(1)
Feeding the Gestating and Lactating Cat
589(1)
Pet Food Considerations
589(2)
Does This Pet Food Produce the Desired Results?
591(1)
How Do You Choose What Pet Food to Feed?
591(1)
Can I Free Feed My Pet?
591(1)
Which Is Better to Feed--Canned or Dry?
591(1)
Nutraceuticals
591(1)
Prebiotics
591(1)
Probiotics
592(1)
Synbiotics
592(1)
Nutritional Support for III or Debilitated Patients
592(4)
Enteral Nutritional Support
593(1)
Enteral Nutrition Daily Caloric Requirements
594(2)
Parenteral Nutritional Support
596(1)
Feeding Considerations for Small Mammals
596(1)
Feeding Considerations for Reptiles and Amphibians
597(1)
Iguanas
597(1)
Snakes
597(1)
Box Turtles
597(1)
Amphibians
597(1)
Feeding Considerations for Laboratory Animals
597(1)
Nutrition of Livestock
597(3)
Feedstuff's
598(1)
Feed Analysis
599(1)
Feeding Management of Livestock
600(3)
Dairy Cattle
600(1)
Beef Cattle
600(1)
Nutrition in the Debilitated Calf
601(1)
Feeding Colostrum
601(1)
Feeding Milk
601(1)
Feeding Electrolytes
602(1)
Horses
602(1)
Feeding and Watering Hospitalized Horses
602(1)
Pigs
602(1)
Sheep
603(1)
Goats
603(1)
Livestock Clinical Nutrition
603(2)
Recommended Reading
605(1)
23 Nursing Care of Dogs and Cats
606(43)
General Nursing Care
607(11)
Attending to the Physical Needs of Dogs and Cats
607(1)
Attending to the Psychological Needs of Dogs and Cats
607(1)
Monitoring Vitals and Elimination
607(1)
Level of Consciousness
607(1)
Monitoring Weight
608(1)
Monitoring Body Temperature
608(1)
Monitoring Pulse
609(1)
Monitoring Respiration
610(2)
Monitoring Urine Production
612(1)
Measuring Urine Production
612(1)
Gastrointestinal Monitoring
613(1)
Neurologic System Monitoring
614(1)
Integumentary System Monitoring
614(1)
Nutritional Support
614(1)
Grooming and Skin Care
614(1)
Skin Care
615(1)
Nail Care
616(1)
Anal Sac Care
617(1)
Ear Care
617(1)
Administering Medications
618(17)
Topical Administration
618(1)
Oral Administration
619(1)
Rectal Administration
620(1)
Nasal Administration
620(1)
Ophthalmic Application
621(1)
Otic Application
621(1)
Parenteral Administration
622(1)
Intradermal Administration
622(1)
Subcutaneous Administration
623(1)
Vaccines
623(1)
Insulin Therapy
624(1)
Intramuscular Administration
624(1)
Intravenous Administration
625(1)
Intraosseous Administration
625(1)
Intraperitoneal Administration
625(1)
Epidural Administration
626(1)
Intravenous Catheterization
626(1)
Winged Infusion (Butterfly) Catheters
626(1)
Over-the-Needle Peripheral Catheters
627(1)
Intravenous Catheter Care
627(3)
Urinary Tract Catheterization
630(1)
Orogastric Intubation
631(2)
Nasoesophageal and Nasogastric Intubation
633(1)
Endotracheal Administration
634(1)
Nursing Care in Special Circumstances
635(6)
Blood Pressure Monitoring
635(4)
Central Venous Pressure
639(1)
Pain Control
639(1)
Respiratory Support
640(1)
Respiratory Physiotherapy-Nebulization
640(1)
Nursing Care for Recumbent Patients
641(7)
Turning
642(1)
Padding
642(1)
Bladder Maintenance
642(1)
Bowel Maintenance
642(1)
Food and Water
642(1)
Passive Range-of-Motion Exercises
643(1)
Care of Neonatal Puppies and Kittens
643(1)
Physical Examination and Triage Protocols
643(1)
Respiratory Care
643(1)
Environmental Temperature
643(1)
Nutrition
643(2)
Fluid Requirements
645(1)
Pediatric Hygiene
645(1)
Resuscitation
645(1)
Care of Geriatric Patients
646(1)
The Effects of Aging
646(1)
Geriatric Criteria
646(1)
Nursing Considerations for Geriatric Patients
646(1)
Handling
646(1)
Drug Therapy
647(1)
Anesthesia
647(1)
Client Education
647(1)
Euthanasia Methods
647(1)
Recommended Reading
648(1)
24 Nursing Care of Horses
649(30)
General Care for Horses
650(2)
Feeding and Watering
650(1)
Bedding
650(1)
Fly Control
650(1)
Exercise
651(1)
Grooming
651(1)
Hoof Care
651(1)
Monitoring Patients
652(1)
Care of Recumbent Horses
652(1)
Bandaging
653(4)
Foot Wraps
654(1)
Tail Bandages
654(1)
Abdominal Bandages
655(1)
Diagnostic Sample Collection
655(1)
Collecting Blood Samples
655(2)
Administration of Medication
657(7)
Oral Administration
657(1)
Nasogastric Intubation
657(1)
Parenteral Injections
658(1)
Intradermal Injections
659(1)
Subcutaneous Injections
659(1)
Intramuscular Injections
659(1)
Intravenous Injections
660(1)
Adverse Reactions
660(1)
Intravenous Catheterization
660(1)
Sites
660(1)
Catheter Care
661(1)
Catheter Complications
662(1)
Intravenous Infusions
663(1)
Eye Medication
664(1)
Diagnostic Imaging
664(1)
Equine Dentistry
665(3)
The Dental Examination
667(1)
Removal of Caps
667(1)
Dental Floating
667(1)
Common Diseases
668(10)
Recommended Reading
678(1)
25 Nursing Care of Production Animals, Camelids, and Ratites
679(62)
Introduction
680(1)
Care of Cattle (Bovine)
680(2)
Restraint
681(1)
Care of Sheep (Ovine)
682(1)
Restraint
682(1)
Reproduction
682(1)
Crutching (or Tagging)
682(1)
Castrating and Tail Docking
683(1)
Care of Goats (Caprine)
683(1)
Restraint
683(1)
Reproduction
684(1)
Castration and Horn Removal
684(1)
Care of Swine (Porcine)
684(2)
Handling and Restraint
685(1)
Surgical and Processing Procedures
685(1)
Clipping Teeth
685(1)
Umbilical Cord Clipping
686(1)
Tail Docking
686(1)
Ear Notching
686(1)
Castration and Inguinal Hernia Repair
686(1)
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques
686(13)
Oral Administration of Medication
686(1)
Balling Gun
686(1)
Prick's Speculum
687(1)
Drenching
687(1)
Pastes
687(1)
Orogastric Intubation
687(1)
Parenteral Administration of Medication
688(1)
Intramuscular Injections
688(1)
Subcutaneous Injections
689(1)
Intradermal Injections
690(1)
Materials
690(1)
Intravenous Injections
690(2)
Intraperitoneal Injection
692(1)
Intranasal Insufflation
693(1)
Technique
693(1)
Intramammary Infusion
693(1)
Restraint
693(1)
Technique
693(1)
Intrauterine Medication
694(1)
Intrauterine Infusion Technique
694(1)
Intrauterine Boluses
694(1)
Urine Collection
694(1)
Blood Sampling
694(1)
Jugular Venipuncture
694(1)
Cranial Vena Cava
695(1)
Auricular Vein
695(1)
Coccygeal Venipuncture
695(1)
Intravenous Catheterization
696(1)
Technique
697(1)
Hoof Trimming
698(1)
Restraint
698(1)
Care of Camelids
699(4)
Anatomic and Physiologic Characteristics
699(1)
Neonatal Care
700(1)
Behavior, Handling, and Restraint
700(1)
Herd Health
701(1)
Immunization
701(1)
Parasite Control
701(1)
Common Procedures
701(1)
Common Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques
702(1)
Orogastric Intubation
702(1)
Intravenous Injections
702(1)
Intramuscular Injections
702(1)
Subcutaneous Injections
702(1)
Blood Collection
702(1)
Urine Collection
702(1)
Care of Ratites
703(2)
Visual Evaluation
703(1)
Physical Examination
703(1)
Restraint
703(1)
Common Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques
704(1)
Orogastric Tube Placement
704(1)
Pill Administration
704(1)
Injections
704(1)
Blood Sampling and Catheterization
705(1)
Fluid Therapy
705(1)
Common Diseases
705(35)
Recommended Reading
740(1)
26 Nursing Care of Companion Birds, Reptiles, and Amphibians
741(62)
Birds
742(38)
Avian Anatomy
742(1)
Integument
742(1)
Musculoskeletal System
743(1)
Respiratory System
743(1)
Digestive System
744(2)
Urinary System
746(1)
Reproductive System
746(1)
Circulatory System
746(1)
Special Senses
746(1)
Basic Pet Bird Behavior
747(1)
Common Behaviors
747(2)
Client Education
749(1)
Physical Examination
750(1)
History
750(1)
Examination: Before Capture and Restraint
750(1)
Capture and Restraint
750(2)
Physical Examination
752(5)
Diagnostic Sampling Techniques
757(1)
Blood Collection
757(1)
Respiratory System Diagnostics
758(1)
Nasal Flush
759(1)
Tracheal Lavage
759(1)
Imaging
759(1)
Radiographs
759(2)
Gastrointestinal Contrast Study
761(1)
Fluoroscopy
761(1)
Ultrasound
762(1)
Endoscopy
762(1)
Nursing Care
763(1)
Hospitalization
763(1)
Infectious Disease and Zoonoses
763(1)
Preventing the Spread of Disease in the Clinic
764(3)
Husbandry Responsibilities of Technicians
767(1)
Beak Trimming
767(2)
Wing Trimming
769(1)
Nail Trimming
770(1)
Determination of Gender
770(1)
Microchipping
770(1)
Avian Emergencies and Common Presentations
771(1)
Initial Assessment/Stabilization and Supportive Care
771(1)
Respiratory Emergencies
771(1)
Space-Occupying Masses
772(1)
Bleeding Emergencies
773(1)
Egg Stasis or Binding
773(1)
Prolapsed Cloaca
773(1)
Animal Bites
773(1)
Beak Injuries and Repair
774(1)
Foreign Bodies
774(1)
Fractures
774(1)
Head Trauma
775(1)
Burns
775(1)
Crop Bum and Crop Trauma
775(1)
Seizures
776(1)
Heavy Metal Toxicosis
776(1)
Ingested Poisons
776(1)
Avian Anesthesia
777(1)
Circuits and Gas Anesthesia
777(1)
Patient Preparation
777(1)
Preanesthetics, Analgesics, and Sedatives
777(1)
Chamber Induction
777(1)
Mask Induction
778(1)
Intubation
778(1)
Oxygen Flow Rate and Ventilation
779(1)
Monitoring Body Temperature
779(1)
Monitoring the Patient
779(1)
Fluid Therapy During Anesthesia
779(1)
Recovery
780(1)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
780(1)
Avian Surgical Techniques
780(1)
Presurgical Evaluations
780(1)
Surgical Site Preparation and Drapes
780(1)
Ethical Euthanasia Techniques
781(1)
Reptiles
781(13)
Reptile Biology
781(1)
Husbandry
782(1)
Reptile Housing
782(1)
Feeding
783(1)
Obtaining a History
783(1)
Capture, Restraint, and Handling
783(1)
Snakes
783(1)
Chelonians
784(2)
Lizards
786(1)
Reptile Physical Examination
787(1)
Snakes
788(1)
Chelonians
789(1)
Lizards
789(1)
Normal Physiologic Values
789(1)
Determination of Gender
789(1)
Assessing Dehydration and Fluid Therapy
790(1)
Diagnostic Techniques
790(1)
Reptile Venipuncture
790(3)
Endoscopy
793(1)
CloacalWash
793(1)
Skin Scrape and Touch Smears
793(1)
Tracheal Wash
793(1)
Parasitology
793(1)
Radiology
793(1)
Snakes
793(1)
Chelonians
793(1)
Lizards
793(1)
Hospitalization and Nursing Care
794(3)
Hospitalization
794(1)
Force-Feeding
794(1)
Administration of Fluids and Medications
794(1)
Common Diseases and Presentations
795(1)
Metabolic Bone Disease
795(1)
Emergency and Critical Care
795(1)
Anesthesia
795(2)
Euthanasia
797(1)
Amphibians
797(5)
Husbandry
797(1)
Water Quality
797(1)
Nutrition
797(1)
Physical Examination
797(1)
Venipuncture Techniques
798(1)
Common Diseases and Presentations
799(1)
Diagnostic and Treatment Techniques
799(1)
Celiocentesis
799(1)
CloacalWash
799(1)
Culture Collection
799(1)
Endoscopy
799(1)
Fecal Examination
799(1)
Skin Scrape and Touch Smears
799(1)
Radiology
800(1)
Tracheal Wash
800(1)
Urinalysis
800(1)
Anesthesia
800(1)
Force-Feeding
800(1)
Euthanasia
800(2)
Recommended Reading
802(1)
27 Nursing Care of Orphaned and Injured Wild Animals
803(26)
Preparing Your Clinic for Wildlife Triage and Care
804(1)
Capturing and Transporting Wildlife
805(1)
Legal Concerns
805(1)
Intake Procedures and History
805(2)
Capture and Restraint of Wildlife
807(2)
Raptor Capture and Restraint
807(1)
Small Wild Bird Capture and Restraint
807(1)
Mammal Capture and Restraint
808(1)
Reptile Capture and Restraint
808(1)
Lizards
808(1)
Snakes
808(1)
Chelonians
809(1)
Physical Examination of Wildlife
809(3)
Avians
810(1)
Mammals
810(1)
Reptiles
811(1)
Sample Collection and Diagnostic Testing
812(4)
CloacalWash
812(1)
Fecal Examination
812(1)
Skin Scrape and Touch Smears
812(1)
Gram Stain
812(1)
Nasal Flush
812(1)
Tracheal Lavage
812(1)
Blood Collection
812(1)
Avians
812(1)
Mammals
813(1)
Reptiles
813(1)
Blood Tubes
814(1)
Blood Volume
814(1)
Diagnostic Imaging
815(1)
Avians
815(1)
Mammals
816(1)
Reptiles
816(1)
Ultrasound
816(1)
Routes of Administration of Medications and Fluids
816(1)
Avians
816(1)
Mammals
816(1)
Reptiles
817(1)
Supportive Care of Wild Animals in the Hospital
817(3)
Raptors
817(1)
Nonraptorial Birds
818(1)
Mammals
818(1)
Reptiles
819(1)
Snakes
819(1)
Lizards
819(1)
Chelonians
819(1)
Immobilizing Fractures
819(1)
Long-Term Rehabilitation
820(1)
Food Preparation
820(1)
Feeding Frequency
820(1)
Ethical Treatment and Releasability of Wild Animals
820(1)
Euthanasia Versus Release of a Wild Animal
820(1)
Chemical Restraint and Anesthesia
821(1)
Common Diseases and Injuries of Wild Animals
821(2)
Toxicosis
822(1)
Heavy Metal Toxicosis
822(1)
Botulism
822(1)
Algal Toxins
822(1)
Oiled Birds
822(1)
Fishing Tackle Injuries
823(1)
Wildlife Commonly Seen in the Clinic
823(2)
Raptors
823(1)
Bumblefoot
823(1)
Nonraptorial Birds
824(1)
Reptiles
824(1)
Mammals
824(1)
Raccoons
824(1)
Opossums
824(1)
Squirrels
824(1)
Rabbits and Hares
824(1)
Bats
825(1)
Armadillos
825(1)
WildCanids
825(1)
Zoonotic and Infectious Diseases in Common Wild Animal Species
825(1)
Rabies
825(1)
Salmonellosis
826(1)
Chlamydiosis
826(1)
Leptospirosis
826(1)
Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome
826(1)
Bubonic Plague
826(1)
Tularemia
826(1)
West Nile Virus
826(1)
Isolation Caging Area: Preventing the Spread of Disease in the Clinic
826(2)
Recommended Reading
828(1)
28 Nursing Care of Laboratory Animals
829(19)
Introduction
830(1)
The Use of Animals to Advance Medical Knowledge: The Pros, the Cons, and the Laws
830(2)
Reduction
831(1)
Replacement
831(1)
Refinement
831(1)
The Role of the Veterinary Technician in Biomedical Research
832(1)
Animals Used in Biomedical Research
832(1)
Mice and Rats: Creating the Ultimate Research Animals
832(1)
Why Mice and Rats Are Popular Experimental Models
832(1)
Types of Mice and Rats Available to Researchers
833(1)
Genetically Engineered Animals
833(1)
Animal Models
833(1)
Small Mammals Kept as Pets and Used in Research
833(1)
Housing
834(1)
Sanitation
835(1)
Diet
836(1)
Rodents
836(6)
Mice
836(1)
Rats
837(1)
Hamsters
838(1)
Gerbils
839(1)
Guinea Pigs
840(1)
Chinchillas
841(1)
Rabbits
842(1)
Ferrets
843(1)
General Nursing Care
844(1)
Diagnostic and Treatment Techniques
844(1)
Venipuncture
844(2)
Rodents
844(1)
Rabbits
845(1)
Ferrets
845(1)
Force-Feeding
845(1)
Administration of Medications
845(1)
Antibiotics
846(1)
Vaccines
846(1)
Fecal Analysis
846(1)
Urine Samples
846(1)
Identification Methods Used in Research Animals
846(1)
Anesthesia
846(1)
Recommended Reading
847(1)
Glossary 848(19)
Index 867