
By Victoria Aspinall
The Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing 2nd Edition has established itself as a recommended standard text for all veterinary nurses. It is designed both to satisfy the requirements of the syllabus studied by all student veterinary nurses and to provide a wide range of information for qualified nurses working in veterinary practice. This new second edition has been updated and revised to align it perfectly with the needs of a new generation of students.
Features
Features:
- Comprehensive content endorsed by all leading course providers
- Full colour illustrations for maximum clarity
- Written by veterinary nurses for veterinary nurses
- Additional online resources to maximize learning potential
Table of Contents
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Ethics and Animal Welfare
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The Art of Communication
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Legislation and the Veterinary Nurse
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Canine and Feline Anatomy and Physiology
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Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of the Exotic Species
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Equine Anatomy and Physiology
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Canine and Feline Nutrition
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Clinical Nutrition
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Equine Nutrition
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Behaviour and Handling of the Dog and Cat
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Equine Behaviour and Handling
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Restraint, Handling and Administration of Medicines to Exotic Species
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Introduction to Genetics
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Practical Animal Breeding
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The Essentials of Patient Care
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Physiotherapy Techniques
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Fundamental Pharmacology
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First Aid
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Prevention of the Spread of Infectious Diseases
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Common Medical Conditions of the Body Systems
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Principles of Surgical Nursing
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Theatre Practice
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High-Dependency Nursing
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Dentistry
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Principles of Anaesthesia and Analgesia
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Equine Anaesthesia
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Parasitology
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Microbiology
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Laboratory Diagnostic Aids
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Principles of Diagnostic Imaging
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Management and Care of Exotic Species
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Management and Care of Injured Wildlife
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Normal Values
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Essential Calculations
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Human Animal Interaction
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Animal Housing
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Stable and Design Management
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Animal Grooming