Clinical Procedures in Veterinary Nursing - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource, 4th Edition
Elsevier eBook on VitalSource
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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.
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- 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
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- 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
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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
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