Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students, 4th Edition

Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students, 4th Edition

Author/Editor: Lisa E. Schenkel, Amanda Colón, Sandra Lynn Bertholf, Sabrina Timperman, and Laurie J. Buell

Overview

Assessing Essential Skills of Veterinary Technology Students, 4th Edition is the definitive, competency-based guide designed to evaluate and master critical clinical proficiencies in veterinary technology education. Edited by an experienced team of educators and veterinary professionals including Lisa E. Schenkel and Amanda Colón, this thoroughly updated fourth edition provides structured evaluation tools aligned with industry standards. It serves as an indispensable manual for veterinary technology programs, clinical instructors, and students striving to ensure workplace readiness.

Key Topics Covered
Clinical & Nursing Competencies: Comprehensive evaluation frameworks for patient handling, physical examinations, and routine animal care.
Diagnostic & Laboratory Procedures: Standardized assessment checklists for veterinary parasitology, microbiology, hematology, and clinical pathology.
Anesthesia & Surgical Assisting: Detailed skill matrices covering surgical preparation, instrumentation, anesthetic monitoring, and post-operative recovery.
Pharmacy & Emergency Protocols: Practical evaluation protocols for medication administration, calculations, emergency triage, and supportive nursing care.