AGV 238 - VTNE Review Course I

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

This course will summarize learning within the Veterinary Technology program. The course will emphasize the connection between classroom learning and the practice of veterinary technology in the professional world. It will help to enhance the student’s preparation for the state and national veterinary technology examinations.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval
Competencies

Illustrate understanding of pharmacy and pharmacology
1. Apply mathematics to medications
2. Classify drugs
3. Demonstrate understanding of medication administration
4. Discuss legal requirements for preparing storing and dispensing medications
5. Summarize contraindications, side effects, normal and abnormal drug reactions and interactions
Assess understanding of animal care and nursing
1. Explain fluid balance and therapy
2. Demonstrate understanding of common animal diseases
3. Discuss normal anatomy and physiology
4. Show animal handling and restraint techniques
5. Review animal husbandry techniques
6. Explain animal first aid, triage and emergency/critical care techniques
7. Discuss of disease control procedures
8. Explain concepts of animal nutrition
9. Demonstrate assessment and monitoring techniques
Illustrate understanding of diagnostic imaging
1. Discuss diagnostic imaging equipment and procedures
2. Review quality assurance and safety for diagnostic imaging
Explain the Iowa Veterinary Practice act and jurisprudence

Competencies Revised Date: AY2023