Thomas-J Divers

The only manual devoted exclusively to equine emergency treatment! This portable, durable, and easy-to-use resource contains essential information on equine emergency medicine and surgery. A well-organized index and handy tabs give you quick access to practical, step-by-step descriptions of the procedures needed to stabilize equine patients in emergency situations. INSIDE YOU'LL FIND: Detailed treatment protocols in outline format; Protocols used for emergency anesthesia, CPR, and euthanasia; Helpful tables that cover poisons and toxins, antidotes, and supportive treatment; Quick reference to key information on the equipment needed to perform various emergency procedures; Color illustrations of eye disorders, cytologic samples, GI disorders, and poisonous plants; Drug listings that include dosage, method of administration, side effects, and interactions; Nutritional guidelines for each disease; A focused approach to disaster medicine; Vital information on many uncommon emergencies; Appendices that provide normal clinical values, vaccination schedules, product manufacturers, and registry information for breeds of horses.