The Veterinary Nurse's Practical Guide to Small Animal Anaesthesia
<p><b>An accessible guide to small animal anaesthesia for the veterinary practice</b> <p><i>The Veterinary Nurse’s Practical Guide to Small Animal Anaesthesia</i> meets the need for a single practical guide to veterinary anaesthesia and its potential complications. Written by practicing veterinary nurses, the guide analyzes each stage in turn, beginning with a discussion of pre-assessment and pre-medication of patients. Most critically, it reviews the normal functioning of each physiological system in small animals before detailing common problems caused in these systems by anaesthesia. <p>Developed for the day-to-day needs of veterinary nurses, readers will also find: <ul> <li>Step-by-step guides to addressing specific issues such as GDV, brachycephalic patients, aggressive patients, and more</li> <li>Detailed guidelines for interpreting common test results and biometrics such as capnography and ECGs</li> <li>Chapters designed for easy reference in specific emergency situations</li></ul><p><i>The Veterinary Nurse’s Practical Guide to Small Animal Anaesthesia</i> is an essential tool for veterinary nurses and veterinary technicians.