Buch, Englisch, 370 Seiten, Format (B × H): 187 mm x 243 mm, Gewicht: 798 g
Buch, Englisch, 370 Seiten, Format (B × H): 187 mm x 243 mm, Gewicht: 798 g
ISBN: 978-1-118-27606-8
Verlag: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Key features include:
* New content on exotic species, recognising the increasing number of these animals kept as pets.
* Extensive coverage of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and recent advances in animal welfare.
* Written in line with course curricula, chapter summaries help you to remember key points and learning objectives.
* A companion website has interactive MCQs to help you test your knowledge.
Divided into three main sections covering animal science and genetics, health and husbandry and nursing procedures, this book will help lay the foundations for a successful career in animal care and management!
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Weitere Infos & Material
Section 1 Animal Biology
Chapter 1 Cells and Basic Tissues
Chapter 2 Movement of Materials within the Body
Chapter 3 Body Systems and Functions
Chapter 4 Basic Genetics
Chapter 5 Body Areas
Section 2 Animal Health and Husbandry
Chapter 6 Animal Welfare
Chapter 7 Basic Animal Health Care
Chapter 8 Disease Transmission and Control
Chapter 9 Basic Microbiology
Chapter 10 Diseases of the Dog and Cat
Chapter 11 Zoonotic Diseases
Chapter 12 Parasitology
Chapter 13 Hygiene
Chapter 14 Basic Nutrition
Chapter 15 Handling
Chapter 16 Grooming and Coat Care
Chapter 17 Other Animals Kept as Pets
Section 3 Nursing
Chapter 18 First Aid and Nursing
Chapter 19 Basic Bandaging
Chapter 20 The Hospital Environment
Chapter 21 The Hospitalized Patient
Chapter 22 Monitoring Temperature, Pulse and Respiration
Chapter 23 Pharmacy and the Administration of Drugs
Chapter 24 Isolation and Quarantine