Handbook of Small Animal Toxicology and Poisonings, 2nd edition

Description
This time-saving, pocket-size guide offers a thorough understanding of toxicology that is essential to diagnosing and treating the complex problems resulting from toxin ingestion, a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in animals. The 2nd edition covers patient assessment and treatment techniques, as well as information on over 100 categories of toxic agents. Discussions of each agent include its uses, mechanism, pathophysiology, clinical signs, diagnosis, common products containing the agent, and acute and long-term treatment. A new avian section makes this edition even more comprehensive and clinically useful.

Contents


SECTION ONE: Rapid Patient Evaluation and Symptomatic Treatment of the Poisoned Pet
– Airway – Breathing – Cardiovascular system and circulatory system – Consciousness – Diagnosis – Decontamination – Enhanced removal and elimination

SECTION TWO: Toxic Drugs and Chemicals


SECTION THREE: Toxic Plants


SECTION FOUR: Avian Toxicology


Appendix A
Formulary

Appendix B
Daily fluid requirements

Appendix C
Recipes for dialysate and continuous drug infusions

Appendix D
Poison treatment flow chart Color Plates Common Toxicants