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.
Editorial Reviews
Review
"It is very well written and provides excellent explanations, particularly regarding physiology. I would highly recommend it." (Doody's, December 2010)
"The book provides an up-to-date resource for technicians who want to learn a more sophisticated degree of anesthetic management or are studying for the specialty examination. It contains a great deal of practical, valuable information in a clear and concise format. It is well illustrated with many good-quality photographs, diagrams, and tables. It will be an excellent addition to the library of any veterinary technician and will be useful for students in veterinary technician programs." (JAVMA, September 2010)
"It will be an excellent addition to the library of any veterinary technician and will be useful for students in veterinary technician programs." (Vet Med Today, September 2010)
"This book is an excellent tool for technicians wishing to improve their knowledge about veterinary anesthesia and build new skills. Published in conjunction with the Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists, it is a must for those planning to sit for the Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia examination. With its practical, hands-on focus and a generous sprinkling of hints and tips, it is a book designed for everyday use in situations both common and rare." (Veterinary Technician, August 2010)
"Provides foundational information that can be used to build knowledge about anesthesia, while also providing the reader practical applications and tips. A unique benefit to the text is the supplementary website information provided by the publisher. Charts, forms, and materials for use in the practice setting will be very useful for veterinary technicians performing anesthesia. Fully illustrated in color, this book will serve as a valuable addition to one's library." (VTARC Companion, April 2010)

From the Back Cover
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.