McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 11th edition by Oreta M. Samples 9780323936514 *71h [ZZ]

Paperback, ELSEVIER 

Prepare for all the duties of a veterinary technician! McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 11^th Edition, covers every aspect of veterinary technology, including the care of small and large animals, birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Procedure boxes offer step-by-step guidelines to performing key tasks, and use of the veterinary technician practice model helps to improve your critical thinking and decision-making skills. The cornerstone text in vet tech education, this illustrated guide prepares you for success on the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE^®) and in clinical practice.

• NEW! Updated and additional images visually reinforce comprehension and show you step-by-step how to perform dozens of procedures, while making information readily accessible in emergency and clinical situations
• UPDATED! Completely reviewed and updated material throughout covers all areas of the veterinary technology curriculum
• NEW! Put Into Practice notes highlight essential information for effective clinical practice
• Case presentations provide real-life scenarios that allow you to practice critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Technician Note boxes and Procedure boxes call attention to information relating to the role and responsibilities of the veterinary technician
• Large animal care content addresses medical records, dentistry, physical examination, surgical instrumentation, surgical assistance, emergency care, and euthanasia, in addition to the individual Large Animal Medical Nursing chapter
• Dedicated chapter on birds, reptiles, and small mammals presents up-to-date content on care and treatment for these increasingly popular pets
• Comprehensive chapters on pharmacology, pain management, restraint, and veterinary oncology offer a broader understanding of the responsibilities of the technician
• Learning objectives in each chapter help you focus your time on mastering the most important content