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PublisherElsevier-Health Sciences Division

ISBN-100323013295

ISBN-139780323013291

eBay Product ID (ePID)1936157

Product Key Features

Number of Pages560 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameLearning Veterinary Terminology

Publication Year2001

SubjectVeterinary Medicine / General

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaMedical

AuthorDouglas F. Mcbride

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Weight29.7 Oz

Item Length9.2 in

Item Width7.5 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number2

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2001-034562

Dewey Edition21

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal636.089/01/4

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

Table Of ContentAn Introduction to Veterinary Terminology Building a Veterinary Vocabulary Adding to the Foundation Completing the Foundation Understanding the Animal Body and Its Structure Skeletal System: The Framework of the Body The Muscular System: The Moving Force The Integumentary System: The Skin and its Accessory Structures The Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems: The Transports of the Body Respiratory System Gastrointestinal Tract The Genitourinary System: Animal Reproduction and the Processing of Liquid Wastes The Endocrine System: The Chemical Stimulators The Nervous System: The Central Processing Unit The Special Senses: The Sources of Information The Immune System: The Defenders of the Body Dogs and Cats Equine Industry Cattle Industry Swine Industry Small Ruminants Rodents, Rabbits, and Laboratory Animal Science Exotic Animals Appendixes

SynopsisThis new edition uniquely integrates text discussions with learning activities, including fill-in-the-blank, puzzle, and matching exercises. Newly updated to reflect the latest terminology, this best-selling text now features numerous new and revised pedagogical features that make it an excellent resource both in the classroom and for self-study. Brand-new additions include several new appendices, new anatomical drawings, and a more extensive index. Many sections have been completely rewritten for consistency and greater reader comprehension, and review sections now include more thought-provoking questions and multiple-choice tests. Logical organization and an extensive illustration program make it an excellent resource both in the classroom and in clinical practice. Integrated review sections, featuring fill-in-the-blank and matching exercises. Glossaries at the end of each chapter. Useful appendices featuring common abbreviations, veterinary specialties, and much more. Several new appendices devoted to terminology specific to various veterinary specialties: pathology, pharmacology, surgery, and more Greater attention paid to writing style throughout, resulting in a more consistent, easier-to-read text Complete rewrite of review sections to include critical thinking questions, as well as more multiple-choice questions Numerous new anatomical drawings place many terms in their proper visual perspective A more extensive index ensures that it can be used with confidence as a comprehensive reference on the job New exotics chapter, Newly updated to reflect the latest terminology, this best-selling text now features numerous new and revised pedagogical features that make it an excellent resource both in the classroom and for self-study. Brand-new additions include several new appendices, new anatomical drawings, and a more extensive index. Many sections have been completely rewritten for consistency and greater reader comprehension, and review sections now include more thought-provoking questions and multiple-choice tests.

LC Classification NumberSF610.M38 2002