Title: Use veterinary medical terminology.
Course: Veterinary Science I (18105-I) > Section: Understanding Veterinary Medical Terminology

Use should include

- describing the condition(s) being addressed
- relaying pertinent information to other caregivers of the animal
- charting the condition of the animal for medical records
- interpreting medical instructions and other notations containing such terminology
- clarifying terminology to ensure that animal owners fully understand conditions and treatments.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How might veterinary medical terminology differ when charting information or speaking to the owner or to other caregivers of the animal?
- Why is it important to clarify the terminology for the owner when explaining the animal's condition?
- How can a veterinary assistant know how to clarify the terminology for the owner or to other caregivers?