Overview

Oncology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a handbook of cancer care from the technician perspective. Providing information on cancer from cause to treatment, this comprehensive resource focuses on the nursing role, emphasizing technical procedures, staging, and patient support. By equipping veterinary support staff with the information they need to properly and safely perform cancer treatments, Oncology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses promotes working as part of a team to provide optimal care for dogs and cats with cancer.

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Author:   Antony S. Moore (Veterinary Oncology Consultants, Australia and University of Sydney, Australia) ,  Angela E. Frimberger (Veterinary Oncology Consultants, Australia and University of Sydney, Australia)
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Imprint:   Wiley-Blackwell
Dimensions:   Width: 17.40cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 24.50cm
Weight:   0.744kg
ISBN:  

9780813812762

ISBN 10:   0813812763
Pages:   336
Publication Date:   20 November 2009
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Replaced By:   9781394215980
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

Contributors viii Acknowledgments ix Introduction x Section Summary xi Section 1. Basics of Oncology 3 1. Introduction to Clinical Veterinary Oncology 5 2. Causes of Cancer in Pets 9 Section 2. Approaching the Cancer Patient 13 3. Diagnosis of Cancer 15 4. Staging of Cancer 25 Section 3. Treatment of Cancer 43 5. General Principles of Veterinary Cancer Treatment 45 6. Surgery in Veterinary Oncology 48 7. Radiation Therapy 57 8. Chemotherapy 67 9 Biotherapy and Photodynamic Therapy 85 10. Complementary and Alternative Medical (CAM) Therapies 90 Section 4. Supportive Care of Patients 95 11. Comfort, Pain Management, and Physical Rehabilitation 97 Patricia Suomala 12. Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Support 113 Patricia Suomala 13. Hematologic Support 123 14. Euthanasia and End-of-Life Patient Care 129 Section 5. Support for Pet Owners and Caregivers 133 15. Supporting the Patient’s Human Family 135 Nicole Edwards 16. What About the Nurse’s Emotional Experience? 148 Nicole Edwards Section 6. Oncologic Emergencies 155 17. Hematologic Emergencies 157 Lee Garrod 18. Febrile Neutropenia 170 Lee Garrod 19. Metabolic Emergencies 175 Lee Garrod 20. Anaphylaxis 195 Lee Garrod 21. Extravasation Injury 202 Lee Garrod 22. Urological Emergencies 208 Lee Garrod 23. Bone Emergencies 217 Lee Garrod 24. Pericardial Effusion and Cardiac Tamponade 222 Lee Garrod Section 7. Common Cancers in Veterinary Patients 227 25. Lymphoma in Dogs 229 26. Lymphoma in Cats 236 27. Mast Cell Tumor in Dogs 240 28. Soft Tissue Sarcomas in Dogs and Cats 244 29. Splenic Hemangiosarcoma in Dogs 248 30. Osteosarcoma in Dogs 252 31. Oral Melanoma in Dogs 256 32. Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Cats 260 33. Mammary Carcinoma in Dogs 264 34. Mammary Carcinoma in Cats 269 35. Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Dogs 273 36. Pulmonary Carcinoma in Dogs 277 37. Chronic Lymphoid Leukemia in Dogs 281 Section 8. Appendices 285 1. BSA Conversion Charts 287 2. Analgesics 290 3. Antiemetics, Gastroprotectants, and Appetite Stimulants 292 4. Antibiotics 294 5. Glossary of Cancer Terms 296 6. Chemotherapy Drug Information: Quick Reference 301 Index 306

Reviews

The book is well organized and easy to read... and it fills a void in the market for texts devoted to the true heroes in veterinary oncology: the veterinary nurses. (Vet Med Today, 15 June 2010) A comprehensive and unique resource for veterinary technicians, nurses, students, and assistants who care for dogs and cats with cancer. The book is aimed primarily at technicians in specialty practices; however, it will be useful to all nursing staff who care for pets with cancer. The treatment section is a great guide for anyone administering or caring for patients receiving radiotherapy or chemotherapy. The real strength of the book is in the coverage of supportive care... and the emphasis on the importance of quality of life. Finally, summaries of common cancers in dogs and cats, as well as appendices for quick reference on commonly used drugs, ensure that this book will be an often-used reference for technicians who care for pets with cancer. (JAVMA, June 2010)

The book is reasonably priced, and it fills a void in the market for texts devoted to the true heroes in veterinary oncology: the veterinary nurses. ( Vet Med Today , August 2010) A&nbsp;comprehensive and unique resource for veterinary technicians, nurses, students, and assistants who care for dogs and cats with cancer. The book is aimed primarily at technicians in specialty practices; however, it will be useful to all nursing staff who care for pets with cancer.&nbsp; The treatment section is a great guide for anyone administering or caring for patients receiving radiotherapy or chemotherapy. The real strength of the book is in the coverage of supportive care... and the emphasis on the importance of quality of life. Finally, summaries of common cancers in dogs and cats, as well as appendices for quick reference on commonly used drugs, ensure that this book will be an often-used reference for technicians who care for pets with cancer. ( JAVMA, &nbsp;June 2010) <p> &nbsp;

Author Information

Antony S. Moore, BVSc, MVSc, Diplomate ACVIM (Oncology), is co-director of Veterinary Oncology Consultants, Australia, and an Adjunct Professor on the Faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney, Australia. Angela E. Frimberger, VMD, Diplomate ACVIM (Oncology), is co-director of Veterinary Oncology Consultants, Australia, and an Adjunct Senior Lecturer on the Faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Sydney, Australia.

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