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Explore Elsevier's Veterinary Science & Medicine resources and stay up-to-date with the latest research and development in the field, including reference and learning materials for students in veterinary medicine, veterinary technology/nursing, and veterinary assisting educational programs, as well as practicing veterinarians. This content portfolio covers all areas of Veterinary Science & Medicine, including small animals, large animals, exotic animals, avian medicine, zoo and food animal medicine, anatomy, basic science, pharmacology, and laboratory medicine. Elsevier's full solution includes textbooks, reference titles, point-of-care manuals, dictionary, coloring book, drug guides, and more.

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    • Aspinall's Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing

      • 3rd Edition
      • May 31, 2016
      • Nicola Lakeman (Previously Ackerman) + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The third edition of Aspinall’s Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing is the ideal text for both student and qualified veterinary nurses as it covers the entire veterinary nursing syllabus. Now written in the main by veterinary nurses this book comprehensively covers all aspects of the veterinary nursing role from client communication to nutritional support. All chapters have been revised in line with changes in legislation and regulation, but also theoretical and practical aspects. Greater emphasis on the veterinary practice structure including the role of corporate businesses and use of social media bring this edition fully up to date. The new edition welcomes Nicola Ackerman as principal editor. Nicola is past officer of the BVNA and editor of the Veterinary Nursing Journal, and is currently the chair of The Pet Obesity Taskforce. Nicola is a winner of several awards including the Blue Cross/BVNA Veterinary Nurse of the Year 2010. Nicola was the first Veterinary Nurse in the UK to become a veterinary nurse specialist in nutrition.

    • Ruminant Surgery, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 32-3
      • October 8, 2016
      • Andrew J. Niehaus + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      This issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice focuses on Bovine Surgery. Article topics include: Local, regional, and spinal anesthesia in ruminants; Field sedation and anesthesia of ruminants; Respiratory Surgery; Surgery of the sinuses and eyes; Surgical procedures of the forestomachs; Surgical Management of Abomasal disease; Intestinal surgery; Surgery of the Umbilicus and Related Structures; Female reproductive surgery; Male reproductive surgery; Surgical management of the teats and udder; and more!

    • Bovine Theriogenology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 32-2
      • June 30, 2016
      • Robert L. Larson
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice focuses on Bovine Theriogenology. Article topics include: Reproductive systems for North American Beef Cattle Herds, Reproductive systems for North American Dairy Cattle Herds, Beef Heifer Development, Dairy Heifer Development, Evaluation of data obtained at pregnancy detection of beef herds ,Synchronization and AI Strategies in Beef Herds, Synchronization and AI Strategies in Dairy Herds, Embryo Transfer, Management of reproductive disease in dairy cattle, Venereal Diseases of Cattle, Diagnosis and Control of Neosporosis, Management and Breeding Soundness Examination of Yearling Bulls, and more!

    • Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 46-4
      • May 27, 2016
      • Daniel D. Smeak
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Daniel Smeak has assembled an expert team of authors on the topic of Ear, Nose, and Throat Conditions. Article topics include: Treatment of Recurrent Deep Infection After Total Ear Canal Ablation and Lateral Bulla Osteotomy, Diagnosis and Management of Cholesteatomas in Dogs, Current Treatment Options for Auricular Hematomas, Management of Otic and Nasopharyngeal, and Nasal Polyps in Cats and Dogs; Nose and Nasal Planum Neoplasia Reconstruction, Surgical Approaches to the Nasal Cavity and Sinuses, Reconstruction of Congenital Nose and Cleft Primary Palate and Lip Disorders, and more!

    • Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians

      • 5th Edition
      • March 23, 2016
      • John Thomas + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
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      Covering essential principles of anesthesia administration and pain management in small and large animals, Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians, 5th Edition is completely updated with the latest drugs and techniques. This entry-level practical resource prepares you to properly administer anesthesia with the most up-to-date information on pre-anesthetic preparation of the patient, induction procedures, monitoring animals’ vital signs during the anesthetic period, and postoperative care. Dive into interesting discussions of actions and side effects of anesthetic agents; the physiology of respiration, heart rate, and blood pressure; emergency response; anesthetic equipment; and specialized techniques — and take a more integrated approach to learning techniques for anesthesia administration with the text’s expertly illustrated step-by-step procedures.

    • Bienestar animal

      • 3rd Edition
      • March 24, 2016
      • Daniel Mota Rojas + 3 more
      • Spanish
      • Paperback
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      La tercera edición del único libro en español que habla sobre Bienestar animal aborda la evolución experimentada en el concepto de bienestar animal aplicado a la producción animal. Ha contado con la participación de más de 100 autores y revisores de 15 nacionalidades diferentes. Su amplia experiencia en investigación y docencia respalda la calidad científica del libro. Se ajusta a los programas de estudio que avala el Consejo Panamericano de Educación en las Ciencias Veterinarias (COPEVET) y tiene por obejtivo servir de libro de texto en las Escuelas y Facultades de Medicina Veterinaria, de Ingenieraia Zootecnia y de Agronomía. Contiene contenido online con preguntas de autoevaluación y galería de imágenes accesible en StudentConsult.es

    • Small Animal Surgical Nursing

      • 3rd Edition
      • November 2, 2016
      • Marianne Tear
      • English
      • eBook
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      With focused coverage of the veterinary technician's specific role and responsibilities in small animal surgery, Small Animal Surgical Nursing, 3rd Edition helps you gain exceptional clinical competency. Topics include protocol, sterilization, gowning, gloving, anesthesia, wound management, and care of the animals before and after surgery. This new edition will also expand on common complications that might be encountered during surgical procedures and outlines how to best avoid or prepare for this situation. Plus, with enhanced online resources including interactive exercises, you will have all the tools needed to master the full gamut of surgical nursing responsibilities involving small animals.

    • Geriatric Medicine, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 32-2
      • July 27, 2016
      • Catherine M. McGowan
      • English
      • Hardback
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      This issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice focuses on Geriatric Emergencies. Article topics include: Demographics of aged horses, management, preventive care and disease; Dental disease in aged horses and its management; Musculoskeletal disease in aged horses and its management; Ophthalmological disorders in aged horses; Integumentary disorders including cutaneous neoplasia in the older horse; Cardiac and respiratory disease in aged horses; Endocrine disease in aged horses and its management; Exercise and rehabilitation of the older horse; and more!

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 46-6
      • September 10, 2016
      • David J. Polzin + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      This issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice focuses on Chronic Kidney Disease. Article topics include: New Biomarkers for Detecting Kidney Disease; Is Progressive CKD a Slow AKI?; Current Understanding of the Pathogenesis of Progressive CKD in Cats; Controversies; Update on Managing Feeding and Hydration in Dogs and Cats with CKD; Update on Phosphorous and Calcitriol Therapy; Update on Medical Management of Clinical Manifestations of CKD; and more!

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