17 Chapter 11: Immunology Innate immunity Acquired immunity Cell‐mediated immunity Vaccination References
18 Chapter 12: Laboratory Procedures Laboratory considerations Safety Equipment Quality control Sample collection References
19 Chapter 13: Pharmacology Drug classifications Storage and disposal of drugs References
20 Chapter 14: Radiology Radiology safety measures and guidelines Cleaning screens Labeling, filing, and storage of radiographs Radiographic positioning Processing Quality control Conclusion References
21 Chapter 15: Surgical Assisting The sterilization process Wrapping a surgical pack Cold sterilization Instruments Suture material and suture needles Gowns and Drapes The sterile field Preparing for surgery Opening and passing sterile items Preparing the patient Postsurgical procedures Surgical positioning Surgical monitoring Surgical log Surgical room conduct
22 Chapter 16: Avian, Exotics, and Rodents Avian Reptiles, Amphibians, and Fish Rabbits Guinea pigs Mice and rats Gerbils Hamsters Ferrets Hedgehogs Sugar gliders Chinchillas References Resources
23 Chapter 17: Equine Skeletal system Digestive tract Nutrition Behavior and handling Nursing care and husbandry of horses References
24 Chapter 18: Preparing for Internships and Employment Interview Resumé writing Cover letter References Resources
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Chapter 19: Inventory
What will be inventoried in your clinic or hospital?
A well‐run pharmacy
The want list
The veterinary assistant’s role
Drug inventory
Human versus computer: both needed!
Organizing