VTHT 1341 - VETERINARY ANESTHESIA & SURGICAL ASSISTANCE

Nov 28

In-depth application of surgical, obstetrical, and anesthesia techniques including identification and use of instruments and equipment.

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:

Identify instruments used in veterinary surgery
Demonstrate operating room etiquette and use of sterile technique
Perform pre-anesthesia evaluation, administer and monitor anesthesia and provide post-anesthesia care
Recognize and respond appropriately to emergencies
Assist with routine surgical and obstertrical procedures

Grade Basis: L

Credit hours: 3.0

Lecture hours: 32.0

Lab hours: 48.0

Prerequisites: (Program prerequisites) BIOL 1406 or 1408; MATH 1314 or 1324; ENGL 1301 or 2311; VTHT 1301

Restrictions: Grade “C” or better in prerequisite courses

Jake Laughlin

VTHT 1301 - INTRODUCTION TO VETERINARY TECHNOLOGY