Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant, 2nd Edition 2nd Edition

Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant, 2nd Edition: Your Complete Curriculum Guide

This book is a fully updated and revised edition that delivers a complete exploration of the veterinary assisting curriculum approved by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). This comprehensive text is ideal for students and instructors, reflecting cutting-edge advances in veterinary practice.

Key Features

• Curriculum Alignment: The book provides a complete exploration of the veterinary assisting curriculum, making it an ideal resource for students studying for the NAVTA Approved Veterinary Assistant exam.
• New and Updated Content: It includes a new chapter on laboratory considerations and an updated chapter on avian and exotics covering popular exotic pets.
• Fundamental Knowledge: It provides a thorough introduction to medical terminology, veterinary anatomy (including all relevant systems), and detailed coverage of animal nutrition (including weight management and food assessment).
• Practical Skills: It features practical discussions of the behavior, handling, and restraint of animals, including explorations of animal body language.
• Extensive Digital Resources: Readers get access to an expanded companion website that offers teaching PowerPoints, homework assignments, self-assessment tests and quizzes, multiple-choice questions, breed study guides, and instructional video clips.
• Broad Audience: An ideal resource for veterinary assistant students and practicing veterinary assistants seeking a one-stop, up-to-date resource.