Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant, 2nd Edition

Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant, 2nd Edition delivers an exploration of the veterinary assisting curriculum and acts as a comprehensive text for students and instructors. It discusses all aspects of the curriculum approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America. Includes a new chapter on laboratory considerations and an updated chapter on avian and exotics covering popular exotic pets. Readers get access to an expanded companion website that offers teaching PowerPoints, homework assignments, self-assessment tests and quizzes, multiple-choice questions, teaching activities, breed study guides, and instructional video clips.

This is a useful resource for veterinary assistant students and veterinary assistants studying for the NAVTA Approved Veterinary Assistant exam, as well as practicing veterinary assistants seeking a one-stop resource that includes up-to-date information on topics such as restraint, behavior, nutrition, anatomy, and laboratory considerations. It is also useful for veterinary technology students in introductory courses.

• A thorough introduction to medical terminology for veterinary assistants, including prefixes, suffixes, and common abbreviations used in veterinary medicine.
• Comprehensive explorations of veterinary anatomy, including anatomical directional terms and all relevant anatomical systems.
• Practical discussions of the behavior, handling, and restraint of animals, including explorations of animal body language.
• In-depth examinations of animal nutrition, including discussions of weight management, body condition scoring, and food assessment.

2nd Edition. 224 Pages. Paperback & eBook. (First Edition). Table of Contents.

ISBN: Paperback: 978-1-119-56531-4, eBook: 978-1-119-56527-7

Price: Paperback: £53.50, eBook: £48.99