VET 108 - Small Animal Nursing

4 credits

An overview of small animal nursing skills and an introduction to technical procedures, sanitation and immunity. Topics include medical histories and physical exams, sample collection and preparation, diagnostic tests, vaccines and other preventive health measures, wound healing, triage and critical care as well as special nursing considerations. Lab introduces students to hands-on experiences in a variety of clinical settings.

Prerequisites:

VET 101 - Introduction to Veterinary Technology and VET 102 Animal Anatomy and Physiology .