Anesthesiology
Talking to Clients About the Risks from Anesthesia
As veterinary nurses, we are in a unique position to help alleviate many of our clients’ fears about anesthesia and reduce the stress of a surgical event for them and their pet.
Anesthesiology
Multimodal Analgesia for Periodontal Therapy
Treatment of periodontal disease in all veterinary patients is prudent, and the use of analgesia, including general anesthesia, is essential to the comprehensive treatment plan.
Anesthesiology
Anesthesia for Geriatric Patients
Older patients may appear “healthy” for their age, but they often have multiple underlying organ dysfunctions that, when challenged by general anesthesia, can result in a cascade of detrimental events.
Anesthesiology
Analgesic Options for Managing Acute Pain in Felines
Veterinary nurses will learn to identify acute pain in feline patients and understand analgesic options to improve awareness and veterinary care.
Anesthesiology
New Tools to Support Patient Safety in Anesthesia
Banfield Pet Hospital’s new veterinary program helps ensure anesthesia care is safe, effective, and efficient.
Anesthesiology
Dangers of Hypothermia: Avoiding the Cold
Better anesthesia outcomes can be achieved when we identify causes of heat loss, take measures to avoid or counteract them, and incorporate active warming into our surgical protocols.Anesthesiology
Anesthesia for Pediatric Patients
With adequate preparation and understanding of the unique physiologic and anatomic differences involved, anesthetists can provide excellent care for pediatric patients.
Anesthesiology
Opposite Ends of the Life Cycle, Similar Anesthetic Needs
Geriatric patients are generally assumed to be at higher risk than healthy young adults when undergoing anesthesia, but healthy pediatric patients should also be approached as challenges for the anesthetist.
Anesthesiology
Purr-fect Feline Anesthesia
Anesthetizing cats can present several challenges, from managing patient stress to administering anesthetics to monitoring during the procedure.