Basic Monitoring in Canine and Feline Emergency Patients

Adesola Odunayo

ISBN 10: 1789242991 / ISBN 13: 9781789242997

Published by CABI Publishing, GB, 2020

This book discusses basic monitoring techniques that can be easily performed on emergency canine and feline patients in both first line emergency and primary care clinics. Techniques include blood pressure measurement, capnography, electrocardiography, pulse oximetry, and point of care monitoring ranging from the physical exam to bedside ultrasound and diagnostic tests such as PCV/TP, blood glucose and lactate. Each chapter begins with basic physiology as related to the monitoring technique, before reviewing how the piece of equipment used for monitoring works, pros and cons of the equipment, and limitations of the device. A simple, consistent layout for each chapter makes it easy to quickly locate information within the book. A final section in each chapter gives practical examples of how to use the monitoring technique in a clinical setting. The book also: - Emphasizes how physiology ties into what information each technique does (and does not) provide; - Includes pictures, tables, and diagrams to help explain concepts; - Delivers guidelines for rational interpretation of the results acquired. An important resource for both veterinary practitioners and students, this book provides a succinct approach to understanding the monitoring equipment used in emergency patients. Seller Inventory # LU-9781789242997

Synopsis:

This book discusses the basic monitoring techniques available for emergency patients. It explains techniques that can be easily performed in basic emergency room and primary care clinics, including blood pressure, capnography, electrocardiography, pulse oximetry, and point of care monitoring ranging from the physical exam to bedside diagnostic tests like PCV/TP, urine specific gravity, blood glucose, and lactate.

Following a standard format to make information easier to access, each chapter begins with basic physiology as related to the case, before reviewing how the piece of equipment or technique works, pros and cons, and when not to trust it! A final section in each chapter gives practical examples of how to use the technique in clinical settings. The book also:

- Emphasizes how physiology ties into what information each technique does (and does not) provide;
- Includes pictures, tables, and diagrams to help explain concepts;
- Delivers guidelines to rational interpretation of the results acquired.

An important resource for both veterinary practitioners and students, this book forms an approachable and succinct approach to understanding the monitoring equipment used on animal patients.

About the Author: Elizabeth J. Thomovsky teaches at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Paula A. Johnson teaches at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Aimee C. Brooks teaches at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Basic Monitoring in Canine and Feline ...
Publisher: CABI Publishing, GB
Publication Date: 2020
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New