Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

Nancy Scanlan (Shasta Lake Veterinary Clinic)

$154.95 $124.26

Paperback

Not in-store but you can order this
How long will it take?

Availability Information

We source books from suppliers in Australia and overseas. For books we don't currently have in stock, the time it takes to get them from our suppliers can vary widely - from a few days to a few months - so we check each book with each supplier to determine the expected time it will take to be supplied to us.

We then advise you accordingly. If the time taken to get any book is too long for you, you can let us know and we will cancel or adjust your order, and refund as required.

To find out the anticipated arrival time for specific items prior to ordering, please contact us by phone or email:

Phone +61 2 9264 3111, or 1800 4 BOOKS (1800 4 26657) if outside Sydney:
option 1 Abbey's Bookshop (Crime, History, Science, Kids & more) • info@abbeys.com.au
option 2 Language Book Centre (ESL & Foreign Languages) • language@abbeys.com.au
option 3 Galaxy Bookshop (Sci-fi, Fantasy, Romance, Graphic Novels) • sf@galaxybooks.com.au

QTY:

English

Wiley-Blackwell
20 January 2011

Complementary medicine for animals

Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurse

Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a resource on holistic veterinary care written specifically for the veterinary technician. Organized by treatment modality, the book offers practical information designed to help readers develop an understanding of each modality, assist with procedures associated with holistic medicine, and knowledgeably discuss treatment options with clients. Outlining the respective roles of technicians and veterinarians throughout, Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses provides thorough coverage of integrative veterinary medicine in a user-friendly, digestible format.

A range of common and lesser-known modalities are covered, including physical therapy; holistic nutrition; acupuncture; chiropractic; Chinese, Western, and Ayurvedic herbal medicine; homotoxicology; homeopathy; aromatherapy; and grief counseling. This book is a welcome reference for both technicians and veterinarians looking to expand their knowledge of complementary veterinary medicine and introduce additional treatment options in their practice.

Key features

Offers complementary veterinary medicine information designed specifically for veterinary technicians and nurses Clearly defines the scope of the technician’s role in complementary medicine

Covers both common and lesser-known holistic modalities

Includes historical background, step-by-step procedure guidelines, and practical tips for client communication for each modality Aids technicians in confidently and competently discussing alternative medicine treatment options with clients Provides clinically relevant patient history and release forms, glossary of terms, quick reference charts, and contact information for additional resources and training

By: Nancy Scanlan (Shasta Lake Veterinary Clinic)
Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 245mm, Width: 173mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 821g
ISBN: 9780813818627
ISBN 10: 0813818621
Pages: 380
Publication Date: 20 January 2011
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Replaced By: 9781394172016
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Out of Print

Preface ix About the Author xi Introduction xiii 1 What Is Holistic Medicine? 1 2 The Role of the Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Nurse in the Holistic Practice 17 3 Legal Implications 21 4 Introduction to Modalities 27 5 Holistic Training for Veterinary Technicians: Physical Therapy and Hospice Care 37 6 The Touch Therapies 47 7 Detoxification 79 8 Holistic Diet and Nutrition 103 9 Nutraceuticals 123 10 For Veterinarians: Treatments with a Certification Program 173 11 Other Commonly Employed Modalities 217 12 Other Less Commonly Used Modalities 251 Appendices Appendix 1 Glossary 267 Appendix 2 Alphabetical List of Holistic Veterinary Modalities 271 Appendix 3 Where to Go for More Help 277 Appendix 4 Questions to Help Define the Scope of Your Practice 281 Appendix 5 Patient History Chart 285 Appendix 6 Consent Form 289 Appendix 7 Vaccination Consent Form 293 Appendix 8 Writing Case Reports 297 Appendix 9 Special Diets for Disease Problems 307 Appendix 10 Analysis of Some Homemade Diets 311 Appendix 11 Doses for Herbs 317 Appendix 12 Dosing Schedule for Homotoxicology Formulas 321 Appendix 13 Alphabetical List of Bach Flower Remedies 323 Appendix 14 How to Find a Holistic Veterinarian 325 Appendix 15 Inventory Management 329 Appendix 16 Medicating and Grooming 337 Webliography 345 Index 347

The author Nancy Scanlan, DVM, MSFP, is a certified veterinary acupuncturist and practices complementary and alternative medicine at Shasta Lake Veterinary Clinic in Shasta Lake, California. She is a past-President of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association and a past-President of the Veterinary Botanical Medical Association.

Reviews for Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

This book is designed to educate veterinary staff on modalities other than conventional medicine for the treatment of animals. . . It is intended for veterinary technicians, although it is a book that any pet owner could read. (Doody's, 16 September 2011)<p> The book will interest veterinarians and technicians who want to explore a broader choice of treatment alternatives and options. (Booknews, 1 June 2011)<p>

THE BIG SALE IS ON! TELL ME MORE

Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

Nancy Scanlan (Shasta Lake Veterinary Clinic)

$154.95 $124.26

Paperback

Reviews for Complementary Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

See Also

Contact Abbeys

Contact Galaxy

Contact Language

Contact Us

About ABBEY'S