This veterinary textbook covers a wide range of emergency procedures for cats and dogs. Sample chapter titles include Acute Abdomen, Cardiac Emergencies, Hematologic Emergencies, and infectious Disease. Each chapter includes color photographs and numerous x-ray images as well as specific sections on history, clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment, and prognosis. The chapters are written by experts in the field and include up-to-date procedures and information. Some chapters include recommended further reading. Annotation ©2015 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)
Handbook of Canine and Feline Emergency Protocols, Second Edition offers practical step-by-step guidance to managing emergency cases in small animal practice. Presenting more than 165 complete protocols for triaging, stabilizing, and managing emergent patients, the book is designed for fast access in an emergency situation, with a spiral binding and tabs to make it easy to flip to the relevant section. An ideal resource for veterinary practitioners seeking a quick reference for dog and cat emergencies, this Second Edition provides enhanced imaging information to increase the books diagnostic usefulness and full updates throughout.
Logically organized alphabetically by category of emergency, the book includes useful chapters on procedures, shock, toxicology, and trauma in addition to a procedures chapter. Video clips, additional images, review questions, formula calculations, and quick reference guides are available on a companion website. Handbook of Canine and Feline Emergency Protocols, Second Edition provides a user-friendly daily reference for any small animal practitioner.