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		Restraining Animals and Simple Treatments (IIRR, 1996, 53 p.)
			(introduction...)
			Foreword
			Restraining animals
			Physical examination
			Paraveterinary kit
			Dosages
			Common units of measurement
			Reading drug labels
			Estimating live weight
			Administering medicine
			Emergency procedures
			When to call a veterinarian
			Glossary

Paraveterinary kit

A simple paraveterinary kit should contain the following:

- Veterinary syringe
- Non-disposable needles
- Cotton
- 70¾ alcohol
- Iodine
- Commonly used antibiotic, like Penicillin
- Thermometer
- Distilled water
- Soap
- Pair of forceps
- Pair of scissors
- Notebook and Den.

How to care for a paraveterinary kit

- Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
- Label all medicines.
- Indicate directions for use.
- Note expiration dates.
- Always use sterilized instruments.