Veterinary Anaesthesia

This comprehensive textbook covers the key principles of veterinary anaesthesia and encompasses a wide range of species. Information is summarised in a simple, reader-friendly format, while still providing the detail you need for an advanced level of study. The easy-reference structure is designed to help you identify and access topics of interest quickly. Over 180 photographs and line drawings illustrate the scientific principles, equipment and the techniques you need to know. A self-test section at the end of every chapter helps you to learn and revise each topic. As well as the technical and species-based chapters, you will find useful chapters that you can refer to as part of your daily practice:* Quick Reference Guide to Analgesic Infusions* Trouble-shooting for common problems encountered in anaesthetised patients* Anaesthetic Machine Checks* Canine, Feline and Equine Emergency Drug Dose Charts Designed specifically for veterinary students and those preparing to take advanced qualifications in veterinary anaesthesia. It is also a useful reference for veterinarians in practice and advanced veterinary nurses and technicians.

Alex Dugdale was until recently Head of Division of Veterinary Anaesthesia at the University of Liverpool, UK, and is currently studying for a PhD. She holds the RCVS Diploma in Veterinary Anaesthesia and the ECVAA Diploma in Veterinary Anaesthesia, as well as the PGCert (Learning and Teaching in Higher Education). She has over 10 years' experience of teaching veterinary anaesthesia.

"This is a very good, detailed guide to veterinary anesthesia with easy access to useful information for students, practitioners, or veterinarians taking advanced qualification. It has the most up-to-date and clinically pertinent information, presented in an understandable and easy-to-use format". (Doddy's, 7 January 2011)