VET 225 - Vet Radiology & Surg Nursing

Institution:

Lehigh Carbon Community College

Subject:

Veterinary Technician

Description:

Overview of the basic principles of radiology. Topics include: use and maintenance of radiographic/imaging equipment, restraint and positioning of small animals and the development of diagnostic radiographs. Troubleshooting for poor quality films. Record keeping and safety issues. General principles of surgery will be introduced: aseptic technique, operating room protocol and surgical assisting by the veterinary technician. Topics include: surgical instrumentation, surgical preparations, surgical assisting and pre-, intra- and post-operative nursing skills. Student will perform anesthesia on small animals and will perform a prophylactic dentistry. Course will be taught at the Vet Tech Animal Facility at LCCC. Attendance is mandatory.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 799-2121

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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