VETN 235B - Surgical, Anesthesia, and Dental Procedures

1. Explain and demonstrate basics of pre-anesthesia preparation of veterinary patients.
2. Explain and demonstrate the basic principles of anesthesia and monitoring, and support of the anesthetized patient.
3. Recognize the need and benefits of effective pain management in veterinary patients.
4. Identify and explain basic surgical diseases.
5. Demonstrate basic techniques of surgical assistance.
6. Explain and demonstrate post-operative care techniques and protocols.
7. Describe and identify basic dental anatomy and use proper dental terminology.
8. Explain and demonstrate methods used in dental diagnostics.
9. Explain and demonstrate basic dental prophylaxis/therapy techniques.
10. Recognize species specific dental concerns.