Students develop a practical understanding of the principles and techniques of anesthesia, monitoring and recovery of small animals. Students prepare, and assess the needs, including drug dosages, of small animals receiving anesthesia. Topics include anesthetic agents and analgesic agents, anesthetic equipment and workplace safety, as well as an introduction to anesthetic problems and emergencies. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C for the following: VTEC 1200, VTEC 1210, VTEC 1220, VTEC 1230, VTEC 1240 and VTEC 1250. Note: Students will only receive credit for one of ANHT 2560, VTEC 2123 or VTEC 2120.
Students develop a practical understanding of the principles and techniques of anesthesia, monitoring and recovery of small animals. Students prepare, and assess the needs, including drug dosages, of small animals receiving anesthesia. Topics include anesthetic agents and analgesic agents, anesthetic equipment and workplace safety, as well as an introduction to anesthetic problems and emergencies. Prerequisites: A minimum grade of C for the following: VTEC 1200, VTEC 1210, VTEC 1220, VTEC 1230, VTEC 1240 and VTEC 1250. Note: Students will only receive credit for one of ANHT 2560, VTEC 2123 or VTEC 2120.
