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These illustrated guides taken from our manual series present practical techniques or treatments in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format, designed to help the practitioner perform a technique or treatment effectively and with confidence. There are over 100 QRGs across our manuals series and this page provides an A-Z listing of all the manual chapters that contain quick reference guides. You will need to purchase access to the source chapter to view the full text.
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Cardiorespiratory problems
BSAVA Manual of Canine PracticeCardiorespiratory signs are a common reason for presentation in canine practice, and in acute situations involving collapse or dyspnoea can be a source of stress to clinician and owner alike. This chapter will present a clinical approach to the following signs: cough; dyspnoea, heart murmur; and arrhythmia. Quick Reference Guides: Pericardiocentesis; Thoracocentesis and thoracic drain placement.
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The cat-friendly practice
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeIn order to work cooperatively with cats, in which the fight or flight response is triggered so easily, we need to engender empathy, based on an understanding of their nature and innate behaviours, i.e. to see things from a cat’s perspective. This chapter looks at understanding feline behaviour, environmental adaptations in the home, reducing the threat of the clinic experience from the cat’s perspective, equipment, general approach and handling, taking the history and examination. Quick reference guides: Calculation of energy requirements for ill cats; Techniques for simple procedures; Examining the eye; Examining the mouth; Thoracic examination; Neurological examination; Blood sampling.
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Collapse
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeCollapse is defined as a failure to maintain a normal supported posture with or without loss of consciousness. This chapter looks at acute emergency presentation, episodic collapse and apparent collapse or ambulatory disorders. Quick reference guides: Intravenous catheterization; Approach to hypotension; Intravenous fluid therapy; Recording and interpreting an electrocardiogram.
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Coughing
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeCoughing is a protective reflex arising due to stimulation of mechanoreceptors or chemoreceptors within the airways. This chapters covers the following: initial approach, diagnostic approach, empirical treatment and when to consider referral. Quick reference guide: Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL).
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