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Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources: Veterinary Assisting 5 (2021): Grades 9-12

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Groom selected companion and livestock animals. The student will be able to:15.0

  • 1

    Discuss using a variety of brushes, combs, flea combs, mat splitters, undercoat rakes, etc. to groom animal hair/fur as needed for both cosmetic and therapeutic reasons.15.1

  • 2

    Explain using clippers to cut animal hair/fur as needed for both cosmetic and therapeutic reasons.15.2

  • 3

    Explain the necessity of following written and oral instructions and all label directions regarding shampoos for bathing and therapeutic or flea rinses (dips).15.3

  • 4

    List precautions in bathing and dipping including avoiding soap or chemicals in the eyes, lathering the entire body, timing the shampoo application according to directions, and towel or blow drying.15.4

  • 5

    Identify the area of blood and nerve supply of the nail in the dog and cat and common pets such as rabbits and ferrets.15.5

  • 6

    Identify appropriate instrument or nail trimmer for small and large dogs and cats.15.6

  • 7

    Demonstrate comfortable handling of paw or limb during nail trim for dog and cat.15.7

  • 8

    Explain methods for hemostasis if nail is accidentally trimmed too short.15.8

  • 9

    Notify supervisor of abnormalities including in-grown nails and abnormal growth or shape.15.9

  • 10

    Describe the steps in expressing anal sacs using the external method.15.10

  • 11

    Discuss proper hoof care and hoof trimming needs.15.11

Describe exotic animals and the effects of captivity on them. The student will be able to:16.0

  • 1

    Define exotic animal, zoo animal, invasive and native animals.16.1

  • 2

    Identify exotic animals native and invasive to Florida.16.2

  • 3

    Explain the effects of urban sprawl on the wildlife population.16.3

  • 4

    Describe the roles of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission in wildlife management.16.4

  • 5

    Explain state, national, and international laws affecting the purchase and transport of exotic animals.16.5

Assess techniques used in surgical assisting and surgical preparation. The student will be able to:17.0

  • 1

    Prepare and sterilize surgical equipment and supplies.17.1

    1. a

      Explain standard procedure for cleaning and lubricating all stainless steel instruments.17.1.a

    2. b

      Explain appropriate use of ultrasonic instrument cleaning and proper solutions.17.1.b

    3. c

      Explain cold sterilization trays and appropriate solutions.17.1.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate assembly and wrapping of surgical packs for sterilization.17.1.d

    5. e

      Demonstrate folding and wrapping a surgical gown for sterilization.17.1.e

    6. f

      Explain proper procedure for sterilizations methods including the autoclave and gas sterilization (ethylene oxide) including safety precautions with each.17.1.f

  • 2

    Describe components of surgical assisting.17.2

    1. a

      Explain aseptic protocol for maintaining sterility of the surgical field17.2.a

    2. b

      Demonstrate what can and cannot be touched when assisting in a surgical environment.17.2.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate how suture material might be removed from its outer packaging and passed to the surgeon while maintaining sterility17.2.c

  • 3

    Summarize procedures necessary of patient preparation.17.3

    1. a

      Explain reason for pre-surgical fasting and appropriate time interval.17.3.a

    2. b

      List methods to identify animal for surgery and confirm identity.17.3.b

    3. c

      Demonstrate dorsal and sternal recumbancy positioning and securing animal in each on the surgery table under anesthesia as instructed by the veterinary technician or veterinarian.17.3.c

    4. d

      Demonstrate clipping or shaving surgical field as instructed by the veterinary technician or veterinarian.17.3.d

    5. e

      Demonstrate cleaning and disinfecting the surgical field using currently accepted standards for aseptic technique and surgical scrub.17.3.e

  • 4

    Identify proper post-surgical care techniques.17.4

    1. a

      List parameters to monitor during recovery and signs of distress in the recovery period.17.4.a

    2. b

      Explain the swallow reflex and the appropriate time and method for endotracheal tube removal.17.4.b

    3. c

      Explain appropriate transfer of animal from surgery to recovery kennel, positioning in kennel, and precautions in kennel.17.4.c

    4. d

      Confirm “No food or water” or similar instructions on recovery kennel.17.4.d

Explain principles of pharmacology. The student will be able to:18.0

  • 1

    Identify forms of medication including tablet, capsule, liquid, powder, granules, topical creams, liquids, and gels.18.1

  • 2

    Explain the application of topical flea medication.18.2

  • 3

    Demonstrate the reconstitution of vaccine using appropriate diluents and amounts of diluents.18.3

  • 4

    Demonstrate administration oral medications on companion and livestock animals.18.4

  • 5

    List the components that must be present on a prescription label.18.5

  • 6

    Observe and understand controlled substances logs and security18.6

  • 7

    Inventory pharmacy supplies and notify supervisor of low supplies18.7

  • 8

    Identify expiration date on labels and notify supervisor of expired drugs18.8

  • 9

    Maintain clean shelves and storage areas for pharmaceuticals18.9

  • 10

    Describe the process for administering medications by injection, oral, nasal and topical.18.10

  • 11

    Describe the procedure for safe disposal of medications.18.11

  • 12

    Determine methods to observe animals for medicine side effects or allergies.18.12

Explain proper methods of syringe and hypodermic needle use. The student will be able to:19.0

  • 1

    Identify and give the correct alignment from smallest to largest of hypodermic needles including but not limited to;12 g, 18g, 20 g, 22 g and 25 g.19.1

  • 2

    Identify and align from smallest to largest commonly used syringes including but not limited to 3cc, 6cc, 12cc, 20cc, 35cc, 60cc and 1cc tuberculin or insulin syringe.19.2

  • 3

    Demonstrate the ability to read the precise volume of medication in a syringe and to fill a syringe with medication to a specified volume when requested.19.3

  • 4

    Describe appropriate SQ, IM, and IV injection sites.19.4

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
Agriculture Food Natural Resources 2021 (1).rtf

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