Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians

Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians is a highly practical guide to anesthesia skills for veterinary technicians published in association with the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists (AVTA ). Packed with hints and tips to aid technicians in the practice of veterinary anesthesia, the book offers an essential resource to building anesthesia skills and improving knowledge. Encompassing both background knowledge and practical application of anesthesia-related skills, Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians is a valuable resource for veterinary technicians of all skill levels.

With chapters on preparation, equipment, anesthesia techniques, and pain assessment and management, the book fully covers the veterinary technician’s role in anesthesia. Techniques for a variety of species, including equine, small mammal, and ruminant patients, and a variety of diseases, such as cardiac disease, diabetes, and gastrointestinal disorders, are included. Anesthesia for Veterinary Technicians is an essential guide for veterinary technicians, technicians preparing for their anesthesia exams, anesthesia veterinary technician specialists, and vet tech students.

Key features:

• Practical, hands-on guide to anesthesia procedures with broad species coverage
• Provides essential hints and tips for the veterinary technician
• Combines need-to-know background information with practical application
• Illustrated in full color
• Published in association with the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists (AVTA )
• Supplementary website materials, including charts and forms for use in the practice, are at www.wiley.com/go/bryant.