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Updated anatomy guide for veterinary practitioners and students with case studies, detailed dissection images, and review questions The Second Edition of Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a comprehensive guide to veterinary anatomy and physiology applicable to clinical practice, with case studies, detailed dissection images, review question, and supporting drawings, tables, and diagrams often overlooked in many comparable lab manuals available. This new edition consists of twenty-six chapters. It has been reorganized to provide a better flow of chapters and includes new chapters on special senses and sensory physiology as well as extended coverage of feline species. The book has also been updated with relevant diseases in each physiology chapter, more detailed and frequent images, more added online images, and additional study materials for students. In Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, readers will find: Matching materials for the physiologic functions of the systems dissected, labeled, and observed to combine both didactic and psychomotor learning concepts Information on skeletal, joint, cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscle anatomy as well as the anatomy of the nervous, endocrine, digestive, reproductive, and urinary systems Discussion on cells and immunity, functions of common integument, osteology, physiology of joints and muscles, neurophysiology, and renal physiology Details pertaining to both mammal and non-mammal species such as avians New, detailed case studies and critical thinking questions The updated edition of Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is an essential reference for veterinary technicians and nursing students seeking clear guidance on the subject.

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Author:   Lori Asprea (Animal Medical Center, New York City, New York)
Publisher:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Imprint:   John Wiley & Sons Inc
Edition:   2nd edition
Dimensions:   Width: 21.10cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 27.20cm
Weight:   0.816kg
ISBN:  

9781394229208

ISBN 10:   1394229208
Pages:   288
Publication Date:   17 October 2025
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Preface x Acknowledgments xi About the Companion Website xii Section 1 Anatomy 1 1 Directional and Anatomical Terms 3 Introduction 3 Directional Terms 4 Additional Terminology 4 Review Questions 11 2 Anatomy of the Common Integument 13 Introduction 13 Skin 13 Pads 15 Haircoat 16 Claws 18 Hooves and Horns 18 Review Questions 20 3 Anatomy of the Senses 21 Introduction 21 General Senses 21 Special Senses 22 Anatomy of Taste 22 Anatomy of Smell 22 Anatomy of Hearing 23 Anatomy of Equilibrium 24 Anatomy of Vision 25 Review Questions 28 4 Skeletal Anatomy 29 Introduction 29 Vocabulary 29 Bone Categories 29 The Skeleton 31 The Appendicular Skeleton 31 The Thoracic Limb 31 The Pelvic Limb 33 The Pelvis 34 The Axial Skeleton 36 The Skull 36 The Ribs and Sternum 38 The Vertebrae 40 The Named Vertebrae 41 Equines 42 Bovines 43 Bird Bones 43 The Bone That Isn’t 43 Review Questions 44 5 Joint Anatomy 47 Introduction 47 Movement 47 Joint Types 48 Fibrous Joints 48 Cartilaginous Joints 48 Synovial Joints 49 The Skull 50 The Ribs and Vertebral Column 51 The Pelvis and The Hip 51 The Shoulder and Thoracic Limb 51 The Pelvic Limb 52 Review Questions 53 6 Muscle Anatomy 55 Introduction 55 Cellular Anatomy 55 Skeletal Muscle 57 The Head and Neck 58 The Thorax 58 The Dorsum 60 The Abdomen 60 The Pelvis 60 The Limbs 61 The Thoracic Limb 61 The Pelvic Limb 62 Smooth Muscle 63 Review Questions 64 7 Anatomy of the Nervous System 67 Introduction 67 The Neuron 67 The Synapse 68 The Meninges 68 The Brain 69 The Cerebrum 69 The Cerebellum 70 The Brainstem 70 Diencephalon 70 The Blood–Brain Barrier 70 Cranial Nerves 71 The Spinal Cord 72 Peripheral Nervous System 73 Review Questions 74 8 Anatomy of the Endocrine System 77 Introduction 77 The Hypothalamus 77 The Pituitary 77 Pineal Gland 78 The Peripheral Endocrine System 78 The Thyroid 78 The Parathyroid 78 The Adrenals 79 The Pancreas 79 The Gonads 79 The Kidney 80 The Gastrointestinal Tract 80 The Thymus 80 Review Questions 81 9 Anatomy of the Urinary Tract 83 Introduction 83 The Kidneys 83 The Nephron 84 The Ureters 86 The Urinary Bladder 86 The Urethra 87 Avian 87 Review Questions 88 10 Cardiovascular Anatomy 89 Introduction 89 The Heart 89 The Exterior of the Heart 90 The Interior of the Heart 91 Peripheral Circulation 92 Arteries 92 Veins 93 Lymphatics 93 The Named Arteries 94 The Named Veins 96 Review Questions 98 11 Respiratory Anatomy 101 Introduction 101 Entry into the Respiratory System 101 The Larynx 102 The Trachea and Lungs 103 The Pleura 104 The Anatomy of Breathing 104 Species Differentiation 104 Clinical Considerations 105 Review Questions 106 12 Gastrointestinal Anatomy 107 Introduction 107 Canines and Felines 107 The Oral Cavity 107 Dentition 108 The Pharynx and Esophagus 110 The Stomach 111 The Liver 112 The Intestines 112 Species Variation 114 Review Questions 116 13 Reproductive Anatomy 119 Introduction 119 The Female 119 The Male 122 Review Questions 125 Section 2 Physiology 127 14 The Cell and Hematology 129 Introduction 129 Mammalian Cell Anatomy 129 The Production of Energy 130 Mammalian Cell Boundaries 131 Hematology 132 Red Blood Cells 132 Platelets 132 White Blood Cells 132 Review Questions 134 15 Functions of the Common Integument 137 Introduction 137 Skin 137 Protection 137 Thermoregulation 138 Hydration 139 Other Functions 139 Clinical Considerations 139 Glands 140 Hair 141 The Pads 142 Claws, Nails, and Hooves 142 Antlers, Horns, and Beaks 142 Review Questions 143 16 Sensory Physiology 145 Introduction 145 Receptors and Signals 145 The Visual System 146 Structures of the Eye 146 Function of the Eye 147 Proprioception and Equilibrium 148 The Auditory System 149 The Olfactory System 149 The Gustatory System 150 The Tactile System 150 Specialized Receptors 150 Review Questions 151 17 Osteology 153 Introduction 153 The Growth of Bones 153 Bone Marrow 154 Cartilage 155 Avians 155 Review Questions 156 18 Physiology of Joints 159 Introduction 159 The Immoveable Joints 159 The Moveable Joints 160 Connective Tissues 160 The Synovial Joint 161 Review Questions 162 19 Muscle Physiology 165 Introduction 165 Striated Muscle 165 The Generation of a Muscle Contraction 166 Skeletal Muscle versus Cardiac Muscle 167 Adenosine Triphosphate 167 The Basis of Speed 168 Non-Striated Muscle 168 Innervation 169 Review Questions 170 20 Neurophysiology 171 Introduction 171 The Neuron 171 The Action Potential 173 Signal Transmission 174 Central and Peripheral Functions 175 The Brain 175 The Autonomic Nervous System 176 Review Questions 178 21 Endocrine Physiology 181 Introduction 181 Endocrine Glands 181 Regulation of Hormones 181 Hormone Types 182 Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland 183 The Anterior Pituitary 183 The Posterior Pituitary 184 The Thyroid Gland 184 Parathyroid Gland 186 The Adrenal Gland 187 The Pancreas and Insulin 188 Other Endocrine Activities 189 Prostaglandins and Pheromones 189 Review Questions 190 22 Renal Physiology 193 Introduction 193 The Nephron 193 Renal Excretion and Reabsorption of Water 195 Acid–Base Balance 196 Blood Pressure and the Renal System 196 Uremia 197 Anemia and the Kidney 197 Species Differences 198 Review Questions 198 23 Cardiovascular Physiology 201 Introduction 201 Cardiac Muscle 201 The Heartbeat 202 De-and Repolarization 202 Cardiac Conduction System 202 Rhythm 203 Cardiac Output 204 Flow Through the Heart and Back 205 Vasculature 206 Blood Pressure 206 Autonomic Nervous System Involvement 207 The Lymphatic System 208 Review Questions 209 24 Respiratory Physiology 211 Introduction 211 The Basics 211 Ventilation and Temperature 212 Residual Capacity 213 Thoracic Pressure 213 The Nervous System and Respiration 213 The Rhythmicity of Breathing 214 Gas Exchange 214 Hemoglobin 215 Carbon Dioxide 216 Chemoreceptors 216 Mechanisms to Increase Oxygenation 217 Species Differences 217 Review Questions 218 25 Digestive Physiology 221 Introduction 221 The Entryway 221 Teeth 222 Moving Toward the Stomach 222 The Stomach 223 Entering the Small Intestine 224 The Colon 226 The Liver 226 Species Differentiation 227 Review Questions 228 26 Reproductive Physiology 231 Introduction 231 The Female 231 Hormonal Control 232 Other Factors Affecting the Estrous Cycle 233 The Male 233 Fertilization and Pregnancy 234 Parturition 235 Review Questions 236 Appendix 1 Dissection Notes 239 Appendix 2 The Cranial Nerves 241 Appendix 3 Selected Muscle Origins and Insertions 243 Appendix 4 Common Abbreviations 245 Glossary 251 References 255 Index 257

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Lori Asprea, MS, LVT, Assistant Professor, Clinical Coordinator of Veterinary Technology, Long Island University, USA.

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