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Wiley Small Animal Dermatology For Technicians And Nurses 2019 Edition by Horne K.
Small Animal Dermatology for Technicians and Nurses is a practical manual specifically designed for veterinary technicians, nurses, and other staff members. This easy-to-read book covers common dermatologic diseases frequently seen in private practice, with information on history taking, sample collection, diagnostic testing, therapeutic options and patient follow up. Each disease described includes important background information to help technicians explain treatment plans and improve client compliance. The book presents step-by-step instructions with illustrative, full-color photographs to aid in accurately collecting samples and performing in-house diagnostics. The authors have drawn on their real-world experience as practicing dermatologists and dermatology technicians to create a must-have guide for those working in the small animal veterinary field. This important resource: * Provides practical information on veterinary dermatology tailored to veterinary technicians and nurses * Offers details and tips on history taking, sample collection, diagnostic testing, and patient follow up * Takes a practical, easy-to-follow approach with illustrative, full-color photographs that demonstrate techniques * Supports veterinary staff by providing a solid foundation in dermatology that can improve communication with clients * Includes all the information technicians need to support their veterinarians in managing dermatology cases with confidence Written for veterinary technicians, nurses, and veterinary technology and nursing students, Small Animal Dermatology for Technicians and Nurses offers an indispensable reference for any veterinary team member assisting with common small animal dermatology cases.
Table of contents :- List of Contributors xiiiPreface xvAcknowledgments xviiIntroduction xixSection I The Role of the Veterinary Technician and Nurse 11 Managing the Small Animal Dermatology Patient 3Kim HorneIntroduction 3History 3Dermatological Procedures 6Flea Combing 6Ear Cytology/Swab 9Skin Cytology 11Tape Prep (Especially Useful for Finding Yeast on the Skin) 12Sampling a Pustule 14Sampling a Crust 14Skin Scraping 14Sarcoptes scabiei and Notoedres cati (Feline Scabies) 15Demodex canis, Demodex cati, Demodex injai 16Cheyletiella spp., Demodex cornei, Demodex gatoi, Lynxacarus radovsky, Lice (Linognathus setosus, Trichodectes canis, Felicola subrostratus, etc.) 17Fecal Flotation 17Trichography 17Dermatophyte Culture 19Mackenzie Brush Technique 20Tape Prep Procedure 20Skin Punch Biopsy 21Client Education and Client Compliance 23Helpful Hints to Improve Client Compliance 24Capsules and Tablets 24Injections 24Bathing 25Ear Cleaning 25Handouts 25Recheck Appointment Options 25Phone Calls 26Conclusion 26References 26Section II Skin and Ear Diseases 272 Bacterial Infections 29Dawn Logas and Christie Yamazaki DelanIntroduction 29Pathogenesis 29Surface Pyodermas 29Clinical Features 30Diagnostic Tests 31Treatment 31Superficial Pyodermas 32Clinical Features 32Diagnostic Tests 34Treatment 35Deep Pyodermas 35Clinical Features 35Diagnostic Tests 38Treatment 39Client Education 40Feline Bacterial Skin Infections 41Methicillin?Resistant Staphylococcal Infections 42Conclusion 43References 43Recommended Reading 443 Malassezia Dermatitis 45Barbara HaimbachIntroduction 45Clinical Features (Canine) 45Clinical Features (Feline) 47Diagnostic Tests 48Treatment 49Client Education 50Conclusion 51References 514 Otitis Externa 53Dawn LogasIntroduction 53Pathogenesis 53Clinical Features 57Diagnostic Tests 58Treatment 59Predisposing Factors 59Primary Causes 60Perpetuating Factors 60Ear Cleaning 60Client Education 63Conclusion 64References 645 Dermatophytosis 65Sandra GrableIntroduction 65Pathogenesis 65Clinical Features 66Diagnostic Tests 68Woods Lamp Examination 68Trichography 69Fungal Culture 69Fungal Culture Media and Systems 71Gross Analysis and Microscopy 71Common Contaminants 75Safety Precautions 76Biopsy/Histopathology 77Polymerase Chain Reaction Test 77Treatment 77Topical Therapy 78Systemic Antifungals 79Environment 80Client Education 80Conclusion 81References 84Recommended Reading 84Recommended Fungal Identification References 84Section III Allergic Skin Diseases 856 Flea Allergy Dermatitis 87Missy StreicherIntroduction 87Clinical Features 89Diagnostic Tests 91Treatment 92Client Education 95Conclusion 100References 100Webliography 1017 Atopic Dermatitis 103Amanda FriedeckIntroduction 103Pathogenesis 103Clinical Features (Canine) 104Clinical Features (Feline) 107Diagnostic Tests 108Treatment 111Client Education 116Conclusion 117References 1178 Food Hypersensitivity 121Shelley ShopsowitzIntroduction 121Pathogenesis 121Clinical Features 122Diagnostic Tests 123Choosing an Elimination Diet 124Performing the Diet Trial 125Dietary Challenge 125Treatment 125Client Education 125Conclusion 128References 128Section IV Parasitic Skin Diseases 1299 Sarcoptic Mange 131Stephanie B. DugganIntroduction 131Pathogenesis 131Clinical Features 132Diagnostic Tests 133Treatment 135Client Education 137Conclusion 138References 13810 Cheyletiellosis 139Jennie TaitIntroduction 139Pathogenesis 139Clinical Features 139Diagnostic Tests 142Treatment 142Client Education 145Conclusion 145References 14511 Canine Demodicosis 147Kim HorneIntroduction 147Clinical Features 149Diagnostic Tests 150Treatment 152Localized Demodicosis 152Generalized Demodicosis 152Amitraz 152Macrocyclic Lactones 153Isoxazolines 154Adjunctive Therapy 155Patient Monitoring 155Client Education 156Conclusion 156References 156Webliography 15712 Feline Demodicosis 159Kim HorneIntroduction 159Follicular Demodicosis (D. cati) 159Clinical Features 159Diagnostic Tests 160Treatment 160Superficial/Surface Demodicosis (D. gatoi) 161Clinical Features 161Diagnostic Tests 162Treatment 162Client Education 162Conclusion 163References 163Glossary of Terms 165Index 171