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McCurnin’s Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 10th Edition By Joanna Bassert

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Pages: 1,294
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Course: Medical Studies
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The McCurnin's Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (10th Edition) by Joanna Bassert, Angela Beal, and Oreta Samples is a cornerstone resource designed to prepare students for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) and daily clinical practice. [1, 2]

Spanning over 1,200 pages, the textbook offers a foundational structure structured around the Veterinary Technician Practice Model. The main subject sections and topics covered include: [1, 2, 3]

Foundations & Professional Skills

Introduction to Veterinary Technology: Laws, professional ethics, regulations, and the fundamental role of tech/nursing professionals.
Practice Management: Medical records management, veterinary computer applications, inventory, and effective client communication.
Occupational Health & Safety: Hospital safety protocols, hazard prevention, and workplace regulations. [1, 2]

Patient Management & Nursing Care

Animal Restraint & Handling: Safe handling techniques for dogs, cats, and various species.
Patient Assessment: Comprehensive history-taking and physical examination methods.
Preventive Health: Vaccination schedules, wellness programs, and parasite prevention.
Clinical Nutrition: Nutritional guidelines, therapeutic diets, and feeding techniques for small and large animals. [1, 2]

Clinical Pathology & Diagnostics

Clinical Pathology: Essential laboratory procedures including hematology, urinalysis, fecal examinations, and cytology.
Diagnostic Imaging: Radiography, ultrasound, radiation safety, and proper patient positioning.
Microbiology & Parasitology: Identification of common pathogens and parasites. [1]

Pharmacology, Anesthesia, & Surgery

Pharmacology & Pharmacy: Drug classifications, dosage calculations, safety rules, and pharmacy management.
Pain Management & Anesthesia: Patient sedation, general anesthesia protocols, monitoring techniques, and pain alleviation strategies.
Surgical Nursing: Surgical instrumentation, aseptic techniques, operating room setup, and perioperative patient monitoring. [1, 2, 3]

Species-Specific & Advanced Care

Large Animal Care: Integrated coverage of medical records, restraint, handling, physical exams, emergency care, and husbandry for horses, cattle, and small ruminants.
Exotics & Small Mammals: Specialized care, handling, and treatments for birds, reptiles, and pocket pets.
Emergency & Critical Care: Triage procedures, fluid therapy, emergency protocols, and intensive care management.
Veterinary Oncology & Toxicology: Introduction to cancer treatments, chemotherapy safety, and poisoning management. [1, 2, 3]