Textbook for the Veterinary Assistant. Lori Renda-Francis

Eye medications Anal glands Bathing animals Administering oral medications Maintaining exam room equipment

      17  Chapter 11: Immunology Innate immunity Acquired immunity Cell‐mediated immunity Vaccination References

      18  Chapter 12: Laboratory Procedures Laboratory considerations Safety Equipment Quality control Sample collection References

      19  Chapter 13: Pharmacology Drug classifications Storage and disposal of drugs References

      20  Chapter 14: Radiology Radiology safety measures and guidelines Cleaning screens Labeling, filing, and storage of radiographs Radiographic positioning Processing Quality control Conclusion References

      21  Chapter 15: Surgical Assisting The sterilization process Wrapping a surgical pack Cold sterilization Instruments Suture material and suture needles Gowns and Drapes The sterile field Preparing for surgery Opening and passing sterile items Preparing the patient Postsurgical procedures Surgical positioning Surgical monitoring Surgical log Surgical room conduct

      22  Chapter 16: Avian, Exotics, and Rodents Avian Reptiles, Amphibians, and Fish Rabbits Guinea pigs Mice and rats Gerbils Hamsters Ferrets Hedgehogs Sugar gliders Chinchillas References Resources

      23  Chapter 17: Equine Skeletal system Digestive tract Nutrition Behavior and handling Nursing care and husbandry of horses References

      24  Chapter 18: Preparing for Internships and Employment Interview Resumé writing Cover letter References Resources

      25  Chapter 19: Inventory What will be inventoried in your clinic or hospital? A well‐run pharmacy The want list The veterinary assistant’s role Drug inventory Human versus computer: both needed! Organizing