Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology

The 5th Edition of Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology emphasizes critical thinking and independent work skills, with over 80 illustrated step-by-step procedures, expanded coverage of complementary medicine, critical care, pet health insurance, and toxicology, and dozens of summary tables and boxes. It also includes thorough updates to anesthesia, pain management, critical care, and infectious disease.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 896 pages
Publication date: 27 January 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

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.

This comprehensive textbook is an essential resource for veterinary technology students, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in their field. With its detailed explanations, illustrations, and practical examples, it helps students understand the complex principles and practices of veterinary technology, enabling them to provide excellent care to animals. Whether you are a new student or an experienced veterinary technician, this textbook will help you advance your career and improve the lives of the animals you work with.

Weight: 1970g
Dimension: 219 x 282 x 36 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323832168
Edition number: 5 ed