Chapter 144 Postoperative Evaluation of the Critically ill Patient Elisa Mazzaferro, MS, DVM, PhD, DACVECC KEY POINTS • Particular concerns in the postoperative patient are abnormalities of the respiratory, cardiovascular,…
Chapter 175 Critically Ill Geriatric Patients Maureen McMichael, DVM, DACVECC KEY POINTS • The number of geriatric pet cats and dogs is growing rapidly in the United States and Europe….
Chapter 138 Urinary Catheterization Sean Smarick, VMD, DACVECC KEY POINTS • Urinary catheterization is indicated often in the critically ill patient to accurately monitor urine output. Other indications include obtaining…
Chapter 140 Dystocia and Obstetric Crises Michelle Kutzler, DVM, PhD, DACT KEY POINTS • Knowledge of actual length of gestation and timing of normal events during parturition are critical when…
Chapter 136 Chronic Renal Failure Catherine E. Langston, DVM, DACVIM KEY POINTS • Chronic renal disease or failure (CRF) is one of the most common reasons for older cats to…
Chapter 216 Care of the Ventilator Patient Monica C. Clare, VMD, DACVECC KEY POINTS • Ventilator patient care requires specialized equipment, extensive monitoring, and dedicated, trained staff. • Inadequate care…
Chapter 37 Feline Cardiomyopathy Jonathan Abbott, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) KEY POINTS • Myocardial disease accounts for almost all acquired cardiac disorders in the cat. • Cardiomyopathy, defined as a heart…
Chapter 196 Aminoglycosides Reid P. Groman, DVM, DACVIM KEY POINTS • Despite considerable advances in the development of newer antimicrobial drugs, aminoglycosides remain important agents for treating serious infections with…
Chapter 118 Bleeding Disorders Susan G. Hackner, BVSc, MRCVS, DACVIM, DACVECC KEY POINTS • Bleeding disorders should always be considered life threatening, necessitating a rapid and efficient diagnostic approach. •…
Chapter 207 Capnography Bruno H. Pypendop, Dr.Med.Vet., Dr.Vet.Sci., DACVA KEY POINTS • Capnography allows the continuous, noninvasive assessment of partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide. • The normal gradient between…
