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Lori Renda-Francis. Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Illustrations
Guide
Pages
Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant
Dedication
Acknowledgments
About the Companion Website
Chapter 1 Introduction to the Veterinary (or Assistant) Profession
Ethics
References
Chapter 2 Medical Terminology
Medical terms
Spelling
Tips for succeeding in learning medical terminology
Prefixes
Suffixes
Root words
External anatomy
Internal anatomy
Common abbreviations used in veterinary medicine
References
Chapter 3 Anatomy
Anatomical directional terms
Skeletal system
Axial skeleton
Appendicular skeleton
Bones of the forelimb
Bones of the hindlimb
Branches of science
Body systems
External anatomy
Anterior portion
Posterior portion
Middle portion
Common veins
Muscles
Internal organs. Digestive system
Urogenital system
Internal structures of the thorax
Conclusion
References
Chapter 4 Behavior, Handling, and Restraint
Social behavior. Canine
Feline
Animal body language. Canine
Restraint
Application of a gauze muzzle
Application of a leather, nylon or basket muzzle
Using a catchpole
Light restraint
Kenneling
Lifting and positioning a dog
Feline
Body posture of a feline
Facial expressions of a feline
Vocalization
Other feline body language
Restraint
Fear Free®
Common behavior signs associated with fear, anxiety, and stress in cats and dogs (Figure 4.10) Obvious signs
Subtle signs
Identification
Avian restraint
Reptile restraint
Rabbit restraint
Handling rodents. Guinea pigs
Rats and mice
Hamsters
Gerbils
References
Chapter 5 Office Procedures and Telephone Techniques
Telephone techniques
Office procedures. Forward booking
Patient behavior upon arrival
Forms
Medical record
Consent forms
Rabies certificates
Spay or neuter certificates
Health certificates
Invoices
Payment
References
Chapter 6 Nutrition
Overview
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Palatability
Recommendations
Weight management
Patient history
Nutritional evaluation
Box 6.1 Nutritional history questionnaire
Body condition scoring
Risk factors
Assessing the food
Box 6.2 Body condition scoring anatomical descriptors
Pet food labels
Principal display panel
Information panel
Summary
References
Chapter 7 Breeds. Cat breeds
Coat color variations
Cat Fanciers’ Association
Abyssinian
American Bobtail
American Curl
American Shorthair
American Wirehair
Balinese – Javanese
Birman
Bombay
British Shorthair
Burmese
Burmilla (Miscellaneous Breed)
Chartreux
Chinese Li Hua (Miscellaneous Breed)
Colorpoint Shorthair
Cornish Rex
Devon Rex
Egyptian Mau
European Burmese
Exotic
Havana Brown
Japanese Bobtail
Korat
La Perm
Maine Coon
Manx
Norwegian Forest Cat
Ocicat
Oriental
Persian
Ragamuffin
Ragdoll
Russian Blue
Scottish Fold
Selkirk Rex
Siamese
Siberian
Singapura
Somali
Sphynx
Tonkinese
Turkish Angora
Turkish Van
Most popular breeds
Health
Bladder infections (feline lower urinary tract disease)
Chronic kidney disease (chronic renal failure)
Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)
Upset stomach (vomiting)
Dental disease
Diabetes
Intestinal upset (diarrhea)
Ear infections
Skin allergies
Lymph node cancer (lymphosarcoma)
Dog breeds
American Kennel Club (AKC)
Breed groups
The sporting group
The hound group
The working group
The terrier group
The toy group
The nonsporting group
The herding group
Health
Skin allergies
Ear infections
Noncancerous skin mass
Intestinal upset/diarrhea
Skin infections
Vomiting/upset stomach
Arthritis
Dental disease
Anal gland inflammation
Bladder infection
References
Chapter 8 Breeding and Genetics. Introduction
Dogs
The heat cycle
Breeding. When breeding should take place
Determine the start day of proestrus
Pay close attention to behavior changes
Check for vaginal discharge or perform vaginal cytology
Measure hormonal levels in the bitch
How the natural breeding process works
Whelping
Necessary human interaction with newborn puppies
Warning signs (when to call the vet)
Cats. Heat cycle
Feline breeding process
Queening
Determining gender in puppies and kittens
Breeding management
References
Chapter 9 General Nursing Care and Physical Exams
Taking a history
Box 9.1 Sample questions to ask pet owners
Physical exam
Determining and recording vitals
Temperature
Box 9.2 Converting Celsius and Fahrenheit
Pulse
Respiration
Pain assessment
Box 9.3 Signs of pain
Scale 1: Noninteractive behavior scoring
Scale 2: Interactive behavior scoring
Scale 3: Palpation
Nutritional assessment
Age and Gender
General nursing care
Weight
Capillary refill time
Husbandry and care
Intravenous fluid administration
Catheter placement and maintenance
Personal protective equipment
Zoonotic diseases
Bacterial infections
Fungal infections
Internal parasites
Protozoal infections
External parasites
Hazardous waste
Hazardous drugs
Common diseases. Respiratory disease
Cardiovascular disease
Gastrointestinal tract
Urinary diseases
Urolithiasis
Feline lower urinary tract disease
Chronic kidney disease
Endocrine disease
Diabetes mellitus
Immune‐mediated disease
Infectious disease
References
Chapter 10 Exam Room Procedures
Recognizing ectoparasites
Nail trimming
Nail anatomy
Ear cleaning
Eye medications
Anal glands
Bathing animals
Administering oral medications
Giving oral medications to a dog
Giving oral medications to a cat
Maintaining exam room equipment
Ophthalmoscopes and otoscopes
Thermometer
Nail trimmers
Scale
Chapter 11 Immunology
Innate immunity
Box 11.1 Four subclassifications of immunity
Acquired immunity
Cell‐mediated immunity
Vaccination
Vaccine administration routes
References
Chapter 12 Laboratory Procedures. Laboratory considerations
Safety
Observe safety guidelines
Equipment
Glassware
Cleaning glassware
Microscope
Microscope care
Centrifuge
Refractometer
Quality control
Sample collection. Blood
Urine
Voided, free flow
Manual expression
Catheterization
Cystocentesis
Preservation
Urine physical properties
Feces
Analysis of feces
Fecal flotation
Recording samples and test reports
Protocol
References
Chapter 13 Pharmacology
Drug classifications
Antibacterial drugs
Antifungal compounds
Antiparasitic drugs. Endoparasitic drugs
Ectoparasitic drugs
Endocrine drugs. Insulin
Gastrointestinal drugs
Cardiovascular drugs
Anticonvulsants
Anti‐inflammatory drugs
Vaccines
Storage and disposal of drugs
References
Chapter 14 Radiology
Radiology safety measures and guidelines
Cleaning screens
Labeling, filing, and storage of radiographs. Labeling
Filing
Proper storage of radiographic film
Radiographic positioning
Processing
Developer components
Fixer components
Manual (nonautomatic) processing
Developing the image
Automatic processing
Digital imaging and processing
Computed radiography
Digital radiography
Ultrasound
Quality control
Conclusion
References
Chapter 15 Surgical Assisting
The sterilization process
Preparing items for the autoclave
Wrapping a surgical pack
Cold sterilization
Instruments
Scissors (Figure 15.5)
Hemostats
Needle holders
Scalpel handle
Thumb tissue forceps
Allis tissue forceps
Towel clamps
Snook spay hook
Suture material and suture needles
Suture material
Suture needles
Gowns and Drapes
Folding a gown
Folding a surgical drape
The sterile field
Preparing for surgery
Surgical hand scrub
Gowning
Sterile gowning steps
Gloving
Closed gloving technique (Figures 15.20 and 15.21)
Open gloving technique (Figures 15.22–15.25)
Opening and passing sterile items
Opening peel‐away pouches (Figure 15.26)
Opening drape wrapped packs
Preparing the patient. Surgical clipping
Surgical site preparation
Postsurgical procedures
Postoperative monitoring
Surgical room clean‐up
Surgical positioning
Surgical monitoring
Surgical log
Surgical room conduct
Chapter 16 Avian, Exotics, and Rodents. Avian
Avian anatomy. Integument
Musculoskeletal system
Respiratory system
Digestive system
Circulatory system
Office visit
Restraint
Nutrition
Reptiles, Amphibians, and Fish. Reptiles
Restraint
Nutrition
Amphibians
Fish
Rabbits
Restraint
Nutrition
Guinea pigs
Nutrition
Restraint
Annual examination
Mice and rats
Nutrition
Gerbils
Hamsters
Ferrets
Hedgehogs
Sugar gliders
Chinchillas
References
Resources
Chapter 17 Equine
Skeletal system
Digestive tract
Nutrition
Key nutritional factors for horses
Types of feed
Behavior and handling
Nursing care and husbandry of horses
References
Chapter 18 Preparing for Internships and Employment
Interview
Resumé writing
Education
Experience/work history
Achievement/awards
Skills
References
Dos and don’ts of resumé writing
Cover letter
References
Resources
Chapter 19 Inventory
What will be inventoried in your clinic or hospital?
A well‐run pharmacy
The want list
The veterinary assistant’s role
Drug inventory
Schedule I
Schedule II
Schedule III
Schedule IV
Schedule V
Human versus computer: both needed!
Organizing inventory
References
Chapter 20 Euthanasia and Pet Loss
The five stages of grief
Denial
Anger
Bargaining
Depression
Acceptance
References
Chapter 21 Client Management
Evaluating your clients
Client management; essential skills for the veterinary assistant
Employee roles
References
Chapter 22 Medical Records
References
Chapter 23 Occupational Safety and Health Administration
What is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration?
Material safety data sheets
OSHA labeling of secondary containers
OSHA inspections
Common OSHA veterinary violations
Fines
References
Chapter 24 Pet Health Insurance
References
Resources
Glossary
Index
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