Introduction to Veterinary Science, second edition, provides core information for a variety of learners including those studying animal and veterinary sciences as well as students desiring to become veterinary assistants or technicians. The text begins with an overview of cellular and tissue physiology and then follows a systems approach for easy comprehension. It also investigates nutrition, disease, surgeries, and cost analysis of procedures. Both small and large animals are used in examples to provide a real life look at the varied cases encountered in the field. Each chapter begins with a "Day in the Life" preview that gives practical application to the text’s theory, and ends with a description of clinical significance. Introduction to Veterinary Science remains a must have text for animal and veterinary oriented classrooms.
Key Features
- The "Day in the Life" introduction to each chapter gives clinical relevance to the theoretical material.
- The text starts at the basic cell unit and builds to a systems approach making learning sequentially logical.
- Learner activities found at end of each chapter provide hands-on experiences that engage students.
New to this edition
- Current key concerns such as avian influenza are investigated in the new edition.
- The image library allows for instructors to increase understanding by providing the visuals needed by the contemporary student population.
- New laboratory activities and additional test bank questions freshen the ancillary material.
- The updated career section reflects the changing needs of veterinary professionals.
Contents
UNIT 1: COMPARATIVE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
- Chapter 1: Basic Cell Biology
- Chapter 2: Tissue Types and Functions
- Chapter 3: Musculoskeletal System
- Chapter 4: Circulatory System
- Chapter 5: Respiratory System
- Chapter 6: Renal System
- Chapter 7: The Digestive System
- Chapter 8: The Productive System
- Chapter 9: The Nervous System
- Chapter 10: The Endocrine System
- Chapter 11: The Immune System
UNIT II: NUTRITION
- Chapter 12: Basic Nutrients
- Chapter 13: Species Comparison
UNIT III: DISEASES
- Chapter 14: Principles of Infectious Disease
- Chapter 15: Disease Prevention
- Chapter 16: Classification of Diseases
- Chapter 17: Zoonoses
- Chapter 18: Diagnoses of Disease
UNIT IV: SURGERY
- Chapter 19: Principles of Surgery
Product Details
- Hardcover: 351 pages
- Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning; 2 edition (July 10, 2009)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1428312250
- ISBN-13: 978-1428312258
- Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.5 x 0.8 inches
List Price: $133.95