Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is the first comprehensive resource on internal medicine written for the veterinary technician. Organized by body system, each chapter discusses pertinent diseases, from clinical signs, diagnostic testing, and prevalence to treatment options and nursing considerations. Published in association with the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians, this book offers both a thorough grounding in the foundations of internal medicine for students and new veterinary technicians and detailed, advanced information suitable for experienced veterinary technicians. Coverage includes an overview of neurological disorders and discussion of the surgical, emergency, and nursing considerations for each condition. This complete reference, which includes a companion website with quizzes, images, and video clips, is essential reading for veterinary technician students, practicing technicians, and those studying for the AIMVT specialty exam.

Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is the first comprehensive resource on internal medicine written for the veterinary technician. Organized by body system, each chapter discusses pertinent diseases, from clinical signs, diagnostic testing, and prevalence to treatment options and nursing considerations. Published in association with the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians, this book offers both a thorough grounding in the foundations of internal medicine for students and new veterinary technicians and detailed, advanced information sui.

Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 2e is the new edition of the first comprehensive resource on internal medicine written for the veterinary technician. This textbook fills a large information gap by providing a small animal internal medicine resource and reference for the veterinary technician and veterinary technician specialist. Organized by body system, each chapter discusses pertinent diseases, from clinical signs, diagnostic testing, pharmacology, prevalence to treatment options and nursing considerations, and clinical procedures. This book offers both a thorough grounding in the foundations of internal medicine for early career veterinary students, veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, veterinary technician practitioners, those studying for specialty certification, and detailed, advanced information suitable for experienced veterinary technicians and nurses. Volume highlights include: - Aim of the text is to fill a large information gap by providing a small animal internal medicine resource and reference for the veterinary technician and veterinary technician specialist - Logically organized by diseases relating to body system, with both basic and advanced information in each chapter - Presents new topics coverage in this new edition as veterinary internal medicine and disease research is continually evolving and advancing - Bolsters content with addition of a chapter on the pancreas and associated disease processes and overview chapters, similar to neurology, for cardiology and oncology - Scope of this book is to provide material above and beyond what the technician learns in school and to provide material above and beyond what the technician is exposed to in practice - A handy textbook during the working day, both for in-depth study of unfamiliar diagnoses or as a general reference for more common disorders of a body system - Serves as a primary resource and reference study guide for all things related to small animal internal medicine for the veterinary technician or technician specialist - This textbook will continue to be the recommended book and resource for the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT) - This text is pitched primarily at the veterinary technician practitioner level, including some programs of veterinary technology where the text is a useful student resource, e.g. San Juan''s Veterinary technology program, Kara Burn''s Nutrition management courses - Only valuable text with this objective and scope on the market for veterinary nurses and technicians The veterinary market continues to go digital and additional online resources like more images illustrating clinical signs and procedures is included in the second edition, along with images, videos, checklist for procedures - lab, imaging, biopsy, etc., pull lists for procedures, critical thinking lists, client education, video clips, and additional images. New for the second edition is expanded glossary for each section. Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is essential reading for veterinary technician students, practicing technicians, nurses, and those studying for the AIMVT specialty exam. This text is a group effort provided by VTS in small animal internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, anesthesia and emergency and critical care veterinary technician specialists who are subject matter experts in their fields. The VTS is teamed with veterinarians and diplomates of ACVIM.

Nutrition for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses serves an introduction to the fundamentals of nutrition and also a guide to monitoring the nutritional needs of patients in daily practice. Students will benefit from the clear and consistent approach to basic principles of nutrition. Practicing technicians and nurses will appreciate the practical applications and techniques for managing the nutritional needs of both sick and healthy patients and guidance for educating clients. Focusing on the unique interests of technicians and nurses, the book is not only relevant and technical but also understandable and usable.

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 2nd Edition brings together all aspects of canine, feline, and exotic animal dentistry for veterinary technicians and nurses. Offering complete coverage of all aspects of dental treatment for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, the book describes techniques for veterinary technicians providing dental care. The new edition includes brand new information on digital radiology, plus updates to current protocols and improved images throughout the book. The chapters contained within include in-depth coverage of all stages of small animal dental care, including: • Anesthesia • Radiology • Dental cleaning • Common diseases and treatment • Equipment needs and maintenance • Exotic dentistry Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses includes access to a companion website that provides video clips, review questions, training exercises, forms, and editable glossaries. This book is an essential and invaluable resource for any veterinary technology student, veterinary technician or nurse regularly or occasionally engaged in small animal dental care.

Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a comprehensive resource for veterinary technicians and nurses working with cardiovascular patients in veterinary practice. Offers a complete reference to veterinary cardiology targeted at veterinary technicians and nurses, summarizing fundamental knowledge on cardiovascular disease Covers dogs, cats, horses, ruminants, and camelids Provides information ranging from introductory to advanced for a thorough guide to cardiac conditions Presents detailed procedures for common cardiac catheterization techniques, including supplies required Includes photographs and illustrations to depict the concepts described

Small Animal Pathology for Veterinary Technicians fosters an understanding of small animal diseases, relating pathology information to the responsibilities of technicians in the clinical setting. Beginning with the technician’s role in pathology, terminology, and the process of diagnosis, chapters then cover diseases organized by system. From reproductive, endocrine, and eye disease to urinary tract and infectious diseases, the book offers in-depth information on a wide range of commonly presented diseases, providing technicians with practical information linked to their daily tasks. Each body system includes a brief review of anatomy and function, full-color pictures, and tip boxes to help emphasize important issues. A companion website offers images from the book, review questions, and case studies illustrating the process of handling the patient at www.wiley.com/go/johnsonvettechpath. Veterinary technician students and veterinary technicians in practice will find this a valuable resource to understanding disease and the process of diagnosis.

Clinical Small Animal Care: Promoting Patient Health through Preventative Nursing is an introduction to the principles of day-to-day veterinary practice, with coverage ranging from the initial assessment, fluid therapy monitoring, and perioperative management to care of animals with specific diseases. The book offers concrete guidance on best practices for promoting patient health in veterinary care, emphasizing specific techniques to prevent complications before they happen. A practical, clinically relevant resource for veterinary technicians, Clinical Small Animal Care provides step-by-step descriptions of the core tasks associated with examining, nursing, and monitoring small animal patients. Taking a hands-on approach to the fundamentals of clinical practice, the book gives specific advice for how to perform tasks associated with patient care. Chapters begin with basic information on topics such as husbandry and nutrition, then move into more specialized information on applied nursing and the care of tubes and catheters. The final section presents information on caring for animals with a variety of conditions organized by body system. Clinical Small Animal Care: Promoting Patient Health through Preventative Nursing offers veterinary technicians and nurses with achievable steps for improving health in their small animal patients.

Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide: Canine and Feline, Second Edition, is the ideal clinical companion for veterinary technicians in practice and in training. Fully revised and updated, this new edition features an improved layout for even faster access to information. The charts and tables throughout are designed for easy reference, enabling technicians to quickly apply their knowledge and skills to the daily clinical setting. Covering all aspects of the veterinary technician's duties in the care of dogs and cats, from the basics of physical examinations to specialized nursing and technical procedures, Veterinary Technician's Daily Reference Guide is a practical, accessible manual for veterinary support staff.

- NEW! A simulated VTNE testing environment on the companion Evolve website features a bank of 5,000 questions, allowing you to create customized practice tests and take timed practice exams that provide instant feedback and extended rationales. - NEW! Questions on pain management/analgesia and emergency and critical care prepare you for these two domains on the VTNE. - NEW! 5,000 revised and updated multiple-choice questions reflect the latest VTNE test format to ensure you have the most up-to-date exam review and preparation.