Introduces learners to various drugs and other substances used in veterinary medicine. Learners will analyze drug classification, effects, side effects, and client education related to a wide variety of medication use in the field of animal medicine. Learners will apply principles of measurement, administration and safe storage of drugs used in veterinary medicine. This course is part of a two-course series. This course is only offered in spring and summer semesters.

Conditions

Prerequisite: 10-091-215 VERTEBRATE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY 2, 10-091-205 VETERINARY TECHNICIAN CALCULATIONS and 10-091-174 VETERINARY OFFICE PROCEDURES.