{"product_id":"tasks-for-the-veterinary-assistant-isbn-9781119466826","title":"Tasks for the Veterinary Assistant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTasks for the Veterinary Assistant \u003c\/i\u003eis the definitive, practical guide to the vital skills and techniques used in daily practice—bringing together all the information necessary to succeed as a veterinary assistant in one reader-friendly volume. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its fourth edition, this classic text has been completely revised to adopt a concise approach to learning that is ideally suited for modern readers. More and improved images, streamlined chapters, and easily-referenced key topics help readers understand the important aspects of real-world practice. Updated chapters cover infectious disease protocols, clinical procedures, and patient care and management. New chapters cover exam and treatment room skills, and present information on small animals, laboratory animals, and large animals. This re-envisioned new edition: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers every task and technique that veterinary assistants encounter daily\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers step-by-step guidance for fundamental veterinary skills, procedures, and practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides quick and easy reference to a comprehensive range of central topics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUses a new, larger page size to better fit content and enhance searching for information when on the job\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes access to a companion website presenting instructor resources, skills evaluations, and PowerPoint slides\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTasks for the Veterinary Assistant, Fourth Edition \u003c\/i\u003econtinues to be the definitive text for trainee and practicing veterinary assistants in clinical, laboratory, or research settings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Companion Website xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1 Professional Conduct and Foundation Skills 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Your Role in a Veterinary Practice 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeeting Employer Expectations – 10 Behaviors to Master 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProfessional Appearance 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEffective Communication Skills Within the Veterinary Practice 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVerbal Communication 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon‐verbal Communication 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClient Communication 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWritten Communication 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputer Competency 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse and Misuse of Social Media 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Credible Web Sources 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnticipation of Workflow 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplication of Veterinary Ethics 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHuman–Animal Bond 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrief Process 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoundation Skills – Veterinary Practice Math and Medical Terminology 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Math Used in the Veterinary Practice 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVolume Measurements – Dilutions 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrug Calculation 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical Terminology 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2 Laws, Policies, and OSHA Standards Affecting Veterinary Practice 21\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaws and Regulations for Veterinary Practices 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFederal Laws 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eState Laws 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommon or Case Law 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocal Ordnances 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGuidelines of Practice from Veterinary Organizations 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) – Workplace Safety 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLabeling 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePersonal Protection Equipment 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 Veterinary Business Protocols 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFront Office Skills 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTelephone Skills 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling Appointments 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Non‐Client Calls 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClient Interactions at the Facility 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArrivals 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdmitting Patients 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDischarging Clients 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVeterinary Medical Record Keeping Procedures 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComputerized Versus Paper Patient Records 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaper Patient Record Assembly 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaper Filing Systems 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChronological Order or SOAP File Format 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTransferring Medical Records 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForms, Certificates, and Logs 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDay’s End Protocols 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInventory Control 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDaily Inventory Control 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrdering Supplies 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReceiving Shipments 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Shipments and Invoices 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRestocking Shelves 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4 Facility and Equipment Maintenance – Cleaning for Disease Control 51\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Cleanliness and Orderliness 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisinfecting 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHospital Waste – Non‐Hazardous versus Hazardous 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning Techniques When Caring for Hospitalized Animals 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrder of Cleaning 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacility Maintenance 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHospital Laundry 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEquipment Maintenance 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e5 Anatomy and Physiology 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Speaking” Anatomy 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBody Systems 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkeletal System 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMuscular System 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCardiovascular System 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRespiratory System 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImmune System 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigestive System 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUrinary System 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReproductive System 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNervous System 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndocrine System 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegumentary System 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Introduction to Animals 91\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScientific Classification of Animals 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhenotypes 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to Genetics 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreeds of Animals 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHerding Group 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHound Group 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon‐Sporting Group 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSporting Group 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTerrier Group 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking Group 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToy Group 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCat Breeds 101\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePocket Pets 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining the Sex of Companion Animals 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7 Feeds and Feeding 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEssential Nutrients –The Basics 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Pet Food Labels 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning to Read Labels 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eList of Ingredients 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdequacy Statement 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Guidelines 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDry Matter Basis 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplication of Basic Nutrition 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalorie Requirements 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Much to Feed 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrescription Diets 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding the Hospitalized Patient 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater Availability and Consumption 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Livestock and Poultry 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Other Species 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e8 Restraint of Animals 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRestraint of Companion Animals 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient Defenses 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing Behavior and Safely Approaching Companion Animals 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\u003cp\u003ePrevent Fraying 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHanking a Rope 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Knots and Hitches 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypes of Knots 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHitches 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e10 Management of Hospitalized and Boarding Pets 167\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHousing Requirements – Kennel Set‐up 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater and Food Consumption – Elimination 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental Considerations 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocialization and Exercising Hospitalized Patients 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient Care Based on Reason for Being in the Hospital 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoarding 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurgical Patients 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecumbent Patient Care 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstipated Patients – Enemas 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContagious Patients 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeral and Quarantine Animal Housing 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePocket Pets and Birds 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatments and Procedures 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedical Records 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Disease Process 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreatment Plan Protocols 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn‐hospital Grooming 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombing and Brushing 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Hair or Fur 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Ectoparasites 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBathing and Dipping 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCollection of Fecal and Urine Samples 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePain Evaluation and Monitoring 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDischarging Patients 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVeterinary Hospice Care 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEuthanasia and Post Mortem Protocols 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter the Euthanasia 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReference 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e11 Clinical Techniques 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToenail Trimming 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Birds’ Wings 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpressing Anal Glands 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdministration of Medications 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEar Cleaning and Medicating 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopical Medications 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOral Medications 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOphthalmic Medications 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSyringes and Needles 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Syringe and Needle for Use 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolution Bottle Preparation 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Vaccines 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInjections 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubcutaneous Injections 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubcutaneous Fluid Administration 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntramuscular Injections 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntranasal Infusion 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMonitoring IV Fluid Administration and IV Catheter Maintenance 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWound Care and Bandaging 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApply a Simple Bandage 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBandage Failure 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBandage Removal 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmergency Support 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance of Crash Cart Kit or Emergency Station 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e12 Laboratory Skills 217\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance of Stain Sets 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaining Protocol 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaboratory Log Book 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintenance of the Common Laboratory Equipment in the Veterinary Lab 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244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading a Prescription 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLabeling a Prescription Container 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSafe Handling of Dispensed Drugs 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePrescription Packaging 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExplaining Prescriptions to the Owner 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClassification of Medications 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e14 Surgical Room Skills 251\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning and Maintaining the Surgery Suite 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Anesthesia Machine 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning the Surgical Instruments 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling Surgical Packs 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCold Sterilization 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSurgery Skills and Maintaining an Aseptic Environment 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePre‐Surgical Phase 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePeri‐Surgical Phase 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287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelection of the Correct Handpiece Tip 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir‐Driven Dental Units 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDental Prophylaxis 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePolishing Follows Dental Cleaning 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharting the Oral Examination 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTriadan Numbering System 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnatomical Numbering System 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCharting Symbols 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasics of Pocket Pet Dentistry 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDental Formula for Pocket Pets 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFerret Dentition 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHedgehog Dentition 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntraoral Radiography 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient Positioning for Dental Radiography 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManual Developing of Dental Radiographs 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient Care and Clean‐up 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClient Education 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDaily Dental Care 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDental Patient Discharge Instructions 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e16 Diagnostic Imaging and Endoscopy 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to Diagnostic Imaging 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigital Radiography 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdvanced Imaging Technologies 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuality Assurance 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiation Safety 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiography Abbreviations 301\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiography Procedure 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRadiography Log 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeasuring the Anatomy with Calipers 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Exposure Factors Using the Technique Charts 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCassette Selection 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilm Labeling 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Radiograph 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping Radiographic Film 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCassette Routine Maintenance 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePatient Film Filing 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDarkroom Maintenance 307\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking for Light Leaks 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProcessor Maintenance 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiagnostic Ultrasonography 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet‐up for Ultrasonography 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEndoscopy \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e310\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction to Endoscopy 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParts of an Endoscope 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndoscopy Preparation 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEndoscopy: Post Procedure 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGas Sterilization 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCold (Liquid) Sterilization 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnd of Procedure Cleaning 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSuggested Reading 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Suffixes, Prefixes, and Anatomic Terms (Roots) 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGlossary 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 331\u003c\/p\u003e “The NAVTA guidelines listed at the beginning of each chapter will aid both students and instructors in locating information about essential skills. Each chapter also has sections entitled Information Check and Reflection and Stop and Think, which help readers use their critical thinking skills to fully understand the content….Overall, this book will be a good resource for students in veterinary assistant programs.” - JAVMA | DEC 15, 2020 | VOL 257 | NO. 12  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe author\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTeresa Sonsthagen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e is retired as the Co-director and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Animal Sciences in the Veterinary Technology Program at North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota, USA.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASKS FOR THE VETERINARY ASSISTANT \u003c\/b\u003e Fourth Edition\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA thoroughly overhauled and revised new edition of the classic guide for veterinary assistants, designed for use in training and practice\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVeterinary assistants operate in challenging and fast-paced work environments that require skills in areas such as kennel work, clerical duties, and restraining, handling, feeding, and exercising animals. \u003ci\u003eTasks for the Veterinary Assistant\u003c\/i\u003e is the definitive, practical guide to the vital skills and techniques used in daily practice—bringing together all the information necessary to succeed as a veterinary assistant in one reader-friendly volume.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNow in its fourth edition, this classic text has been completely revised to adopt a concise approach to learning that is ideally suited for modern readers. 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