Practical Wound Management for Equine Veterinary Nurses and Technicians

Name: Practical Wound Management for Equine Veterinary Nurses and Technicians
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ISBN: 9780470674536

Bonny Millar (Rossdales Equine Hospital & Diagnostic Centre, UK)

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John Wiley & Sons Inc
25 May 2026

Veterinary medicine

Presents a step-by-step guide to equine wound care for veterinary nurses and technicians

Practical Wound Management for Equine Veterinary Nurses and Technicians is a highly accessible and comprehensive resource tailored specifically to the needs of equine practice. Recognising that wound management requires both clinical expertise and practical problem-solving, this clear and reliable manual focuses on the unique responsibilities of nursing professionals, guiding readers through every stage of wound care, from initial assessment and safe patient restraint to advanced surgical nursing and aftercare.

Edited by Bonny Millar, the range of expert contributions integrates foundational principles with the latest developments in moist wound healing, infection control, and dressing selection, while also providing clear instructions on bandaging techniques, monitoring, care plans, ethical considerations, and managing complications. A wealth of high-quality colour photographs and practical tips help readers apply treatment techniques to daily practice.

This reference also:

Covers wound types, dressing and bandaging, healing processes, and complications Emphasises effective client communication and aftercare advice Guides readers on safe patient handling and restraint during treatment Provides details on surgical and medical management options and factors that delay wound healing Contains concise explanations designed for quick reference in clinics

Practical Wound Management for Equine Veterinary Nurses and Technicians is an essential resource for equine veterinary nurses and technicians in both routine and critical situations. It will also be valuable to students of veterinary nursing and veterinary medicine courses, graduate and advanced levels, and diploma and degree-level programs that focus on equine care or surgery.

Edited by: Bonny Millar (Rossdales Equine Hospital & Diagnostic Centre UK)
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 244mm, Width: 170mm, Spine: 15mm
Weight: 680g
ISBN: 9780470674536
ISBN 10: 0470674539
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 25 May 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

List of Contributors xiv Foreword by Tim Greet xv Foreword by Deborah Reeder xvi Preface xvii Acknowledgments xviii 1 The Wound Healing Process 1 Georgie Hollis and Bonny Millar 2 Understanding Wound Types 8 Derek Knottenbelt 3 Factors That Delay Wound Healing 24 Derek Knottenbelt 4 First Aid for Wounds and Emergency Veterinary Treatment 42 Claire Robinson 5 Wound Assessment, Investigation and Diagnosis 57 Sarah Baillie 6 Surgical Management and Treatment Methods 71 Claire Robinson 7 Dressings and Wound Preparations 97 Bonny Millar 8 Bandaging Techniques and Materials 126 Bonny Millar 9 Nutrition for Optimal Wound Healing 152 Clare MacLeod 10 Pain Management in Equine Wound Care 161 Catriona MacKenzie and Bonny Millar 11 Equine Nursing Care Plans and Wound Care Bundles 170 Bonny Millar 12 Ethical Wound Management and Animal Welfare 182 Sarah Baillie 13 Wound Management for Underserved Equid Populations in the Resource-Limited Setting 191 Patrick J. Pollock Conclusion 200 References 200 Index 201

Bonny Millar, RVN, REVN, CVT(USA), is an equine veterinary nurse with extensive experience in referral and university hospital environments in both the USA and UK. She is a former Head Nurse at Rossdales Equine Hospital, UK and was the first equine veterinary nurse to be appointed President of the British Veterinary Nursing Association. Her professional interests include wound management, critical care, neonatology, and advancing standards in equine nursing care.