Small Animal Dermatology for Technicians and Nurses is a practical manual specifically designed for veterinary technicians, nurses, and other staff members. This easy-to-read book covers common dermatologic diseases frequently seen in private practice, with information on history taking, sample collection, diagnostic testing, therapeutic options and patient follow up. Each disease described includes important background information to help technicians explain treatment plans and improve client compliance.
The book presents step-by-step instructions with illustrative, full-color photographs to aid in accurately collecting samples and performing in-house diagnostics. The authors have drawn on their real-world experience as practicing dermatologists and dermatology technicians to create a must-have guide for those working in the small animal veterinary field. This important resource:
* Provides practical information on veterinary dermatology tailored to veterinary technicians and nurses
* Offers details and tips on history taking, sample collection, diagnostic testing, and patient follow up
* Takes a practical, easy-to-follow approach with illustrative, full-color photographs that demonstrate techniques
* Supports veterinary staff by providing a solid foundation in dermatology that can improve communication with clients
* Includes all the information technicians need to support their veterinarians in managing dermatology cases with confidence
Written for veterinary technicians, nurses, and veterinary technology and nursing students, Small Animal Dermatology for Technicians and Nurses offers an indispensable reference for any veterinary team member assisting with common small animal dermatology cases.
Sprache
Verlagsort
Zielgruppe
Maße
Höhe: 251 mm
Breite: 173 mm
Dicke: 10 mm
Gewicht
ISBN-13
978-0-470-95815-5 (9780470958155)
Schweitzer Klassifikation
Kim Horne, AAS, CVT, VTS (Dermatology), is a technician at the University of Minnesota in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA.
Marcia Schwassmann, DVM, DACVD, is a dermatologist at a private dermatology referral practice in Maitland, Florida, USA.
Dawn Logas, DVM, DACVD, is a dermatologist at a private dermatology referral practice in Maitland, Florida, USA.
Herausgeber*in
University of Minnesota
private practice, Maitland, Florida, USA
private practice, Maitland, Florida, USA
List of Contributors
Preface
Acknowledgement
Introduction
Section 1: The role of the veterinary technician and nurse
Chapter 1: Managing the small animal dermatology patient
Section 2: Skin and ear diseases
Chapter 2: Bacterial infections
Chapter 3: Malassezia dermatitis
Chapter 4: Otitis externa
Chapter 5: Dermatophytosis
Section 3: Allergic skin diseases
Chapter 6: Flea allergy dermatitis
Chapter 7: Atopic dermatitis
Chapter 8: Food hypersensitivity
Section 4: Parasitic skin diseases
Chapter 9: Sarcoptic mange
Chapter 10: Cheyletiellosis
Chapter 11: Canine Demodicosis
Chapter 12: Feline Demodicosis
Appendix - Glossary of Terms
