BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Advanced Veterinary Nursing


Book Description

The third in the series, the BSAVA Manual of Advanced Veterinary Nursing, was written to provide a deeper level of information for qualified veterinary nurses, especially those undertaking Medical or Surgical Diplomas. The new edition has been completely revised and updated under the direction of the new editorial team of Alasdair Hotston Moore and Suzanne Rudd. Reflecting recent advances in nursing skills and training, the content has been upgraded to include more advanced procedures. Full colour photos and specially commissioned illustrations, together with text boxes and tinted tables ensure the easy-to-use format that is the trademark of the BSAVA Manuals.




BSAVA Manual of Practical Veterinary Nursing


Book Description

This reference resource and teaching aid for the training of veterinary nurses has been revised and updated inline with NVQ practical requirements and offers a complete guide to common procedures and nursing skills used within general practice.--From publisher description.




BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing


Book Description

The new edition of this classic core textbook has been fully updated to reflect the current syllabus, including equine content for the first time, while retaining additional useful chapters that are no longer covered in the syllabus. Each chapter includes learning objectives and self assessment questions. There are new chapters on professional responsibilities, professional development and learning. KEY FEATURES Anatomy and physiology presented in a single integrated chapter to allow easy comparison Stand-alone chapter on nursing models, with clinical application examples New chapter on professional responsibilities, regulation and ethics Up-to-date content on MRSA and PETS regulations Appendix on study skills Specially commissioned new drawings Addresses equine species as required by VN core units, including details on anatomy, handling, stabling, feeding, bandaging, radiography, reproduction and anaesthesia




BSAVA Pocketbook for Veterinary Nurses


Book Description

The BSAVA Pocketbook for Veterinary Nurses offers quick access to key information on a wealth of procedures. In this second edition, editor Emma Gerrard has built on the excellent work of Louise O’Dwyer to reflect the expanding responsibilities of the profession whilst retaining handy features, such as emergency doses and a ruler on the inside covers. Notable additions include: Surgical and anaesthetic checklists, pain scales for dogs, cats and rabbits, dental recording charts, and PROTECT ME information on antimicrobial resistance. Key points Expanded and updated to cover more aspects of modern veterinary nursing. Arranged in alphabetical order and cross-referenced for ease of use. Provides convenient access to condensed knowledge from a range of BSAVA titles. Over 70 full-colour illustrations bring life to radiographic positioning, bandaging and more. Retains the practical design of the first edition, with emergency doses and a ruler on the inside covers.




BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Haematology and Transfusion Medicine


Book Description

The first edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Haematology and Transfusion Medicine was a leader in its field, and this new edition has been eagerly awaited. The basic principles of haematology, which form the core of the Manual, have been updated to include new diagnostic procedures and new treatment strategies. New authors provide a fresh perspective on some topics and there are new chapters on anaemia of inflammation and neoplasia, non-regenerative anaemia, and vascular thrombosis. The author panel is comprised of internationally recognized specialists from Europe, North America, the Middle-East and Australia. These have worked together with the Editors to produce an essential book for the veterinary practice.




Equine Veterinary Nursing


Book Description

The breadth and depth of expertise essential for equine veterinary nursing today is provided in this definitive textbook. Thoroughly revised and updated in its second edition, and now fully illustrated in colour. This book covers the content of the ever-expanding equine nursing syllabus, while still succinctly covering all the basics that veterinary nurses specialising in other species need to know. The key subjects included are: basic equine management, medical and surgical equine nursing, nutrition, reproduction and foal care, emergency first aid, and the theory underpinning these and other important topics. Equine Veterinary Nursing Second Edition is presented in a clear and user-friendly manner, appropriate for all those involved in equine nursing. A practical approach is used throughout and procedures are illustrated with a large number of line diagrams and clinical photographs. It is an essential manual for all student and qualified equine veterinary nurses and all those involved in the care of horses. KEY FEATURES Includes a new chapter on the equine nurse’s professional responsibilities Major revisions to the chapters on diagnostic imaging and surgical nursing to reflect advances in technology and techniques All information on health and safety management updated in keeping with new regulations Authors include both vets and experienced equine nurses Endorsed by the British Equine Veterinary Association "With the increasing demands of equine practice has come the need for well trained and competent equine nurses. There have been significant improvements in and expansion of the equine Veterinary Nurse training syllabus over the past few years to meet these demands. This new and updated edition of Equine Veterinary Nursing covers all aspects of the new syllabus with well written and illustrated chapters from a wide range of knowledgable and experienced authors. The British Equine Veterinary Association is pleased to endorse this text as a 'must have' for all trainee equine veterinary nurses and their training practices." - Deidre M Carson BVSc(Syd) MRCVS Immediate Past President, BEVA




BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Emergency and Critical Care


Book Description

Emergency care is one of the most important areas of veterinary medicine. Building on the success of the previous editions, the international team of editors and authors have reviewed and updated the manual so that it reflects the continued growth in knowledge and understanding in this crucial area while remaining a highly practical resource. The introductory chapters, covering areas such as triage, catheterization and the assessment of shock and dyspnoea, sit alongside chapters that cover system specific emergencies, ranging from cardiac arrhythmias to uterine prolapse, and from corneal ulceration to fractures and luxations. The text is fully illustrated throughout. • Highly practical • Updated to reflect current knowledge in this crucial area • Illustrated throughout




BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endoscopy and Endosurgery


Book Description

The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Endoscopy and Endosurgery provides a comprehensive and practical guide for practitioners who wish to practice minimally invasive techniques. Routine procedures are described in detail and more advanced techniques suitable for advanced practitioners are also included. • All the chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated • Chapters on oesophagoscopy, interventional endoscopy and future developments are new to this edition • More detailed information on minimally invasive techniques in cats included throughout • The chapter on laparoscopy has been significantly expanded and covers techniques ranging from liver biopsy and ovariectomy to cholecystectomy and adrenalectomy Exclusive video content New to this edition are a series of videos that accompany the chapters. These videos are available from the BSAVA Library.







BSAVA Manual of Practical Animal Care


Book Description

* Practical approach * Updated and reoerganized * New chapter on Communications skills * Features Exotic pets * Illustrated throughout in full colour