Clinical Procedures in Veterinary Nursing

ISBN-13: 9780702073960 / Angielski / Miękka / 2019 / 362 str.

Hartpury C Victoria (Retired Lecturer in Veterinary Nursing

Opis

The new fourth edition of Clinical Procedures retains the popular format that has been so successful in establishing previous editions. All the principal procedures a nurse is likely to be called on to perform are presented in the most practically useful way, linking the action with the underlying rationale and illustrating both with ultra-clear line artworks and photographs. This new edition brings the text into line with the Day One Skills and Competencies which now govern training of veterinary nurses, with revision and updating throughout. All the principal basic procedures are covered Uses a step-by-step 'action/rationale' approach for maximum clarity Covers companion animals, equine and exotic species Never struggle to find definitive information on basic procedures again A reference guide to best practice for both qualified and trainee veterinary nurses and veterinary technicians All skills reviewed and updated in conformity with best practice Now aligned with RCVS Day One current skills and competencies Includes self-assessment questions on each chapter All-new design improves user-friendliness Chapters 4-6 restructured with new illustrations Now with new contributors

Spis treści

Chapter 1 Handling and restraint

Chapter 2 Measuring clinical parameters

Chapter 3 Medical nursing procedures

Chapter 4 Administration of fluid therapy

Chapter 5 Provision of nutritional support

Chapter 6 Anaesthetic procedures

Chapter 7 Theatre practice

Chapter 8 Surgical nursing procedures

Chapter 9 First aid procedures

Chapter 10 Diagnostic imaging

Chapter 11 Diagnostic laboratory techniques

Chapter 12 Minor surgical procedures

Chapter 13 Treatment of exotic species

Chapter 14 Basic clinical procedures in the horse