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3.00 Credits
This lecture course is designed to introduce the first semester Animal Health Technology student to the comparative normal anatomy and physiology of selected domestic animal species. The eleven anatomical systems are covered and material presented ranges from the microscopic cellular level to the level of the full organism. Relevant application of structure and function to the clinical medical situations is addressed. Appropriate medical terminology is included with each system. To continue in the Animal Health Technology Program, students must earn a grade of "C" or better.
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1.00 Credits
This veterinary anatomy and physiology laboratory course is designed to provide the first semester Animal Health Technology student with the opportunity to investigate and study the principles of normal anatomy and physiology presented in the coresponding lecture course (ANHL 145). Techniques for the safe and proper dissection are introduced and practiced by the student during the extensive animal dissection. All eleven anatomical systems are studied through actual dissection or models. Relevant application of structure and function to the clinical medical situations is addressed. Appropriate medical terminology is included with each system. Animal dissection is carried out by each student. To continue in the Animal Health Technology Program, students must earn a grade of "C" or better.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides Animal Health Technology students with an introduction to infectious and non-infectious diseases and conditions of domestic animals. Material covered includes the etiology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and clinical signs of each disease. This course also details disease or condition-specific nursing care, treatments or diagnostic test methods.
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3.00 Credits
This course introduces the Animal Health Technician student to the use of radiography and the Registered Veterinary Technician's role in radiography in the veterinary medical fields. Topics include radiation, x-ray beam production, intensifying screens, cassettes, grid usage, latent and visible image formation, film processing, and alternative imaging methods. Protocols for commonly used radiographic studies and introductory radiographic film interpretation are included. Special emphasis is placed on radiation safety for the patient and handler and radiographic terminology. Also included is the proper use and maintenance of all veterinary radiographic and processing equipment and machines.
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1.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide the Animal Health Technology students with the opportunity to practice the concepts of radiology. The students utilize established veterinary positioning and technical protocols. They expose and process radiographs to develop a technique chart for commonly used veterinary radiographic studies, including contrast studies. The students also practice radiographic film evaluation techniques, radiation log production, and radiographic equipment maintenance. Darkroom procedures and practices that prevent artifacts are employed including equipment maintenance. An introduction to performing an ultrasound abdominal exam is provided including handling and maintenance of the machinery. Procedures and protocols for radiation safety of patient, handler, and equipment are stressed.
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3.00 Credits
This lecture course is designed to introduce the second year Animal Health Technology student to veterinary anesthesia, surgical and medical nursing techniques, dental hygiene, emergency first aid, and correct legal documentation. Techniques of intravenous and inhalation anesthesia, surgical asepsis, instrument sterilization, and patient monitoring are presented. Pre operative, operative, post operative, and after care nursing are discussed. Also covered are: fluid therapy, bandaging/splints/casts, and commonly performed medical procedures. Appropriate pharmacological agents are discussed including classification, dosage, method of action, method of administration, dispensing procedures and pharmacy management. Appropriate veterinary medical terminology is included.
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1.00 Credits
This is a laboratory course designed to illustrate the principles presented in Animal Health Technology 225. It allows for the beginning application of theories and laboratory procedures as taught in lecture.
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1.00 Credits
This course is a continuation of Animal Health Technology 226A and is a laboratory course designed to continue the illustration of the principles presented in Animal Health Technology 225. It allows for an advanced application of theories and procedures as taught in Animal Health Technology 225.
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2.00 Credits
This course provides Animal Health Technology students with workplace experience in an affiliated veterinary or research institution. Students are assigned entry level and general duties, such as caring for hospitalized patients, handling and restraint, assisting in the reception and exam rooms, conducting basic laboratory procedures, and administering medications. Students work with a supervisor toward mastering the "essential" and "recommended" skills as delineated by the American Veterinary Medical Association's and the Registered Veterinary Technician Exam Committee's Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Tasks List. These skills are listed on a separate Directed Clinical Practice Task List. Clinical work is coordinated by a member of the college staff.
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2.00 Credits
This course is for students enrolled in the spring semester of their second year in the Animal Health Technology program. This continuation course provides the student with greater responsibility and additional work experience at a more advanced level in an affiliated veterinary or research institution. The student is assigned general and more advanced tasks such as assisting in surgery, monitoring anesthesia and recovery, cleaning wounds and ears, applying splints or bandages, dispensing prescriptions, performing dental prophylaxis, and conducting client education. The student works more independently while mastering the appropriate "essential" and "recommended" skills listed on the American Veterinary Medical Association's and the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine's Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Tasks List. The appropriate skills are listed on a separate Advanced Directed Clinical Practice Task List. The student is responsible to a supervisor in charge. Clinical work is coordinated by a member of the college staff.
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