AGHE 61  Animal Surgical Nursing

4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   Lab: 54
Prerequisite: AGHE 60 and Rabies vaccination series or titer required. See notes in Course Description below.

Surgical preparation, surgical assistance, post-operative care, administering and monitoring anesthesia, dentistry, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), sterilization, and the maintenance of a sterile environment. Note: Students must provide documentation of up-to-date rabies vaccination series or titer prior to being enrolled, as required by Board Policy 5210 and Administrative Procedure 5210 and requirements mandated by the American Veterinary Medical Association. The cost for two-dose rabies vaccination is approximately $850-$1,050 (prices are subject to change), and both doses are required. Instructions on submitting documentation are available at https://www.mtsac.edu/vettech/immunizations.html. Additional information available at CDC Information and AVMA policies .
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