Veterinary Instruments and Equipment: A Pocket Guide

By Teresa F. Sonsthagen

Book Overview

768 pagesMore than 320 high-quality, full-color illustrations.For many instruments, a full photo is presented along with close-ups of the working end(s) of the instrument to help facilitate accurate instrument identification, especially in similar looking instruments.Two pages for each instrument: a picture of the instrument on the top page with the instrument's name, functions, and characteristics on the bottom page allows students to view both pages at the same time to learn about the instrument.Covers instruments and equipment for small and large animals and all common procedures.Includes chapters devoted to general veterinary surgical instruments to educate technicians who assist in special procedures and for veterinary students who will perform the specialty surgeries.Each instrument description consistently uses the same three categories: name, function, and characteristics to make study and memorization easier.Covers restraint equipment for all species of large and small animals.Flashcard format helps students to learn and retain information.Handy pocket size makes it convenient to carry and use at any time.Spiral binding allows the book to lay flat or fold over to make visible just the instrument, just its description, or both.

• Format: Spiral-bound
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323032036
• ISBN13: 9780323032032
• Release Date: November 2005
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 768 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 4.0"