Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis lab course is designed to introduce students to the practical application of veterinary anesthesia, surgical and medical nursing techniques, dental hygiene, emergency first aid, and correct legal documentation. Techniques of intravenous and inhalation anesthesia, surgical asepsis, pre-operative, operative, post-operative, after care nursing and patient monitoring are performed by assisting the veterinarian. Instrument sterilization, fluid therapy, bandaging/splints/casts, and commonly performed medical treatments and procedures are practiced by each student. Appropriate pharmacological agents are discussed, and utilized including classification, dosage, method of action, method of administration, calculation, dispensing procedures and pharmacy management. Appropriate veterinary medical terminology is applied. This course is for students enrolled in the Veterinary Technology Program.Usually HeldThu 8:00am–11:10am, Tue 8:00am–11:10am