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Monitoring the Critically Ill Small Animal
  • Monitoring the Critically Ill Small Animal Using The Rule of 20
    • Fluid Balance
    • Oncotic Pull/Albumin
    • Glucose
    • Electrolytes
    • Acid-Base Balance
    • Oxygenation and Ventilation
    • Neurologic Status
    • Blood Pressure
    • Heart Rate, Rhythm, and Contractility
    • Temperature
    • Coagulation
    • Red Blood Cell and Hemoglobin Concentration
    • Renal Function
    • Infection Identification/Prevention and Treatment and Immune Status
    • GI Motility and Mucosal Integrity
    • Drug Dosages and Metabolism
    • Nutrition
    • Pain Control
    • Wound Care and Bandages
    • Veterinary Nursing Care and Tender, Loving Care
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