Small Animal Surgical Nursing

Small Animal Surgical Nursing

A comprehensive guide to the veterinary technician’s role in small animal surgery and surgical assisting. The 4th Edition covers surgical instruments and procedures, anesthesia, patient monitoring, preoperative and postoperative care, pain management, and client education. It provides practical protocols and techniques for developing effective surgical nursing skills.

Key Features

• Covers small animal surgical nursing
• Explains the veterinary technician’s surgical role
• Covers surgical instruments and procedures
• Discusses anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Provides preoperative care guidelines
• Covers postoperative patient care
• Addresses pain management
• Includes client education techniques
• Explains surgical protocols and procedures
• Supports effective surgical teamwork
• Includes updated content throughout
• Provides instrument identification exercises
• Includes Evolve online learning resources
• Suitable for veterinary technicians and students