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Nov 14, 2024
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VETN 208B - Lab Animal Science and Exotics Credits: 2 Description Create a better understanding and wider knowledge of experimental methods and special procedures specific to research and non-companion animals. Regulatory and research requirements for their care, and treatment will be reviewed. Review of the anatomical and physiological characteristics of laboratory and exotic animals.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Explain and demonstrate the basic principles involved in the care and use of laboratory animals.
- Explain the role of the research institution providing humane care and maintenance of animals utilized in biomedical studies.
- Provide basic information on the unique anatomic and physiologic characteristics of laboratory animals.
- Provide information on the proper care and management of small and large animals utilized in research.
- Provide information on common diseases and recommended treatments for rodents, rabbits, ferrets and non-human primates.
- Identify the common disease processes of small non-traditional companion animals and apply basic nursing principles in the care of these animals.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Veterinary Nursing Program
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