In this module we will focus on the functions and structure of the hematologic system, laboratory testing and imaging procedures.

Reading/Video:

Watch the following videos about the function of red blood cells, platelets, and white blood cells.

Before watching, ask yourself:

What is the function of each of these blood cells? What is the job of each type?
What are the different types of white blood cells? What different jobs do they have?
What role do platelets play in forming a blood clot?

The following two videos are optional but helpful. Unfortunately, you'd be watching videos for five hours if I posted every conceivable laboratory video. Feel free to watch more, but here are two to start.

Video 1 (Laboratory Skills):

The first video demonstrates how to obtain and handle a blood sample.

Video 2 (Optional):

In this second video, Megan Brashear, CVT, VTS(ECC), demonstrates proper positioning and anatomical landmarks for abdominal radiographs in a dog

This week’s reading will be Chapters 15 and 16 from your assigned Veterinary Medical Terminology Textbook. There is also the Chapter No. 15.ppt and Chapter No. 16.ppt that provide an overview to Week 12.

Assignment

Complete these questions at the back of Chapters 15 and 16 and check your answers against the Chapter 15 key and Chapter 16 key in this week's module on Canvas.

Chapter 15:
- Multiple Choice: 1-20
- Matching: 1-19
- Fill in the Blanks: 1-15
- Spelling: 1-5
Chapter 16:
- Multiple Choice: 1-20
- Matching: 1-16
- Fill in the Blanks: 1-10
- Spelling: 1-5

In addition, complete the Week 12 Assignment and submit to me by Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

Discussion

Complete the Week 12 Discussion by Sunday at 8:00 p.m. Your initial post needs to be submitted by Wednesday, 8 p.m.

Quiz

Complete the Week 12 Quiz by Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

Tips for Success

Understanding the functions of blood and the lymphatic system are important for this module. Learning laboratory terminology is important to describe various tests used in veterinary medicine.

Music Break (Optional):

This video is just happy and fits in well with spring time. Take a study break and dance.