Friday 19 April 2013

Veterinary Assisting Fundamentals & Applications

Authors : Beth Vanhorn , Robert Clark
Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning
Edition : 1st edition


Veterinary Assisting Fundamentals and Applications provides a well-rounded, complete approach to learning the skills required in the field of veterinary assisting. Beginning with basic skills such as veterinary medical terminology and office procedures, the book progresses to more advanced skills such as nursing care and radiology. There is a section on animal production and management covering companion animals, large animals, and exotic animals. Clinical scenarios are provided in each c
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About the Author
Beth Vanhorn is a certified veterinary technician with more than 10 years of professional experience. When hired by the Dauphin County Technical School in 2005, she quickly got to work by outlining a curriculum for the Veterinary Assistant Program. Additionally, Vanhorn spearheads the Vet Science Club, an after-school organization for current and future students.

Dr. Robert Clark is an Administrative Director for Dauphin County Technical School (DCTS), and the developer of the school's urban agricultural program. Upon realizing that there was no industry-recognized credential for veterinary assistants, he worked with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA) to lay the groundwork for this innovative program that could answer the need for credentialing.
hapter to help demonstrate application of the skills to real world practice. An online companion is available with additional tools such as exercises and study keys.

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