Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology - Softcover

Wortinger BIS LVT VTS (ECC) (SAIM) (Nutrition) Elite FFCP, Ann

 
9780323832168: Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology

Synopsis

Develop strong critical thinking and independent work skills! Principles and Practice of Veterinary Technology, 5th Edition features more than 80 illustrated, step-by-step procedures that emphasize the technician’s roles and responsibilities for all AVMA-required psychomotor techniques. This edition includes expanded coverage of complementary medicine, critical care, pet health insurance, and toxicology. Plus, dozens of summary tables and boxes make it easy to find key information.

  • Step-by-step procedures include instructions for all AVMA-required psychomotor techniques, presenting complex procedures clearly and preparing you to master the essential skills required to become a successful veterinary technician
  • Clinical discussions clearly delineate the technician’s role, enabling you to focus on your roles and responsibilities in every aspect of practice
  • Summary tables and boxes throughout the text condense complex, vital information, drawing your attention to key information and making it easy to understand
  • Thoroughly updated content throughout, including major updates to anesthesia, pain management, critical care, and infectious disease, provides the most up-to-date information in these critical areas

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About the Author

Ann Wortinger is a 1983 graduate of Michigan State University, and got her specialty certification in Emergency/Critical Care in 2000, in Small Animal Internal Medicine in 2008, and in Nutrition in 2013.

She has worked in general, emergency, specialty practice, and education. Ann is active in her state, national, and specialty organizations, serving as a mentor and on a variety of committees and positions. She is currently employed at Appalachian State University in the Veterinary Technology Program

She has over 60 published articles in various professional magazines, as well as book chapters and a Nutrition book for veterinary technicians in its third edition.

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